Massachusetts government news

Massachusetts Faces Unemployment Insurance Crisis Amid Rising Rates

News Summary Massachusetts is experiencing a serious unemployment insurance crisis as the unemployment rate jumps to 4.6%. Business leaders and…

4 weeks ago

Massachusetts Sees Increased ICE Operations Amid Controversy

News Summary Massachusetts is experiencing a surge in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activities, leading to several arrests, including individuals…

4 weeks ago

Massachusetts Biotechnology Sector Faces Challenges from Proposed Tariffs

News Summary The biotechnology industry in Massachusetts, employing over 100,000 people, is confronting severe challenges due to proposed tariffs by…

4 weeks ago

Massachusetts Faces Economic Challenges Amid Federal Policy Changes

News Summary Massachusetts is grappling with severe economic challenges due to new federal policies impacting core industries. Experts warn of…

4 weeks ago

Governor Healey Proposes Energy Cost Savings Legislation

News Summary Governor Maura Healey of Massachusetts unveiled new legislation aimed at saving residents approximately $10 billion in energy costs…

1 month ago

Governor Healey Proposes Legislation to Modernize Energy Production

News Summary On May 13, Massachusetts Governor Maura T. Healey unveiled new legislation aimed at repealing a nuclear moratorium to…

1 month ago

Massachusetts AG Leads Challenge Against Trump Immigration Policy

News Summary Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell heads a coalition challenging the Trump administration's immigration enforcement conditions tied to federal…

1 month ago

Trump Signs Executive Order to Lower Prescription Drug Prices

News Summary President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to significantly reduce prescription drug prices in the U.S. by…

1 month ago

Massachusetts Lawmakers Consider Repealing Happy Hour Ban

News Summary Massachusetts lawmakers are deliberating the repeal of a 40-year-old happy hour ban that restricts drink specials in bars…

1 month ago