Recent Press Releases on Mass.gov

This report shows press releases released in the last 30 days.

Displaying 31 - 40 of 142

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AG Campbell Issues Statement On Proposed Rules To Limit Access To Medically Necessary Gender-Affirming Care  

12/18/2025 Office of the Attorney General

Gender-Affirming Care Remains Legal and Protected in Massachusetts; Patients’ Rights and Health Insurers’ Responsibilities Under Medicaid Remain Unchanged

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Healey-Driscoll Administration Encourages Families to Kick Off 2026 with First Day Hikes at Parks Across Massachusetts   

12/18/2025 Department of Conservation & Recreation

DCR will host New Year’s Day hikes at 16 state parks as part of a nationwide initiative that began in Massachusetts in 1992 

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Healey-Driscoll administration awards over $3 million for supportive housing for individuals and families in recovery  

12/18/2025 Department of Public Health

Funding to provide access to transitional living environments for people in early recovery from substance use disorder

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Former DDS Residential Supervisor Viki Briggs pays $12,500 in Penalties and Damages for Violating Conflict of Interest Law  

12/18/2025 State Ethics Commission

Briggs worked for private employer while on paid leave from DDS, held financial interest in DDS contract, and worked for private employer on DDS matters

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Healey-Driscoll Administration Awards Over $1.8 Million in Grants to Protect Farmland in Massachusetts  

12/18/2025 Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources

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Governor Healey Delivers $50 Million for Road Paving to Enhance Safety, Improve Travel  

12/17/2025 Governor Maura Healey and Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll

Funding provided to 34 communities to pave approximately 217 miles of roads

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AG Campbell Reaches $4.65 Million Settlement with Mortgage Loan Servicer for Unlawful Foreclosures and Deceptive Business Practices  

12/17/2025 Office of the Attorney General

Violations Include Failure to Correctly Implement Covid-Era Protections

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State Fire Marshal Issues Lithium-Ion Battery Safety Reminder  

12/17/2025 Department of Fire Services

Choose and Use Devices Safely This Gift-Giving Season

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