Massachusetts government news

Massachusetts Implements New Pay Transparency Law

News Summary Massachusetts has enacted the Frances Perkins Workplace Equity Act, aimed at promoting pay transparency in the hiring process.…

2 months ago

Controversial Shift in U.S. Education Policy Sparks Outrage

News Summary President Trump is preparing to sign an executive order aimed at dismantling the U.S. Department of Education, raising…

2 months ago

New Tariffs Impact Canadian and Mexican Imports

News Summary President Trump's recent decision to impose new tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico has sparked widespread concern…

2 months ago

Pittsfield Faces Uncertainty Over Federal Building Sales

News Summary Pittsfield, Massachusetts is concerned about potential sales of federal buildings by the Trump administration, including the Silvio O.…

2 months ago

Massachusetts Saves Big with Federal Lease Terminations

News Summary The cancellation of 17 federal leases in Massachusetts will save the state over $22 million. While it benefits…

2 months ago

Worcester Faces Major Federal Lease Cancellations

News Summary The Department of Government Efficiency has announced the cancellation of several federal leases in Worcester, Massachusetts, impacting major…

2 months ago

Massachusetts Energy Efficiency Budget Cut by $500 Million

News Summary The Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities has cut its proposed budget for the 2025-2027 Energy Efficiency and Decarbonization…

2 months ago

Massachusetts Attorney General Takes Action Against Junk Fees

News Summary Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell announces a new initiative to eliminate hidden 'junk fees' in consumer transactions. Targeting…

2 months ago

Massachusetts Job Uncertainty as Bristol Myers Squibb Cuts Costs

News Summary Bristol Myers Squibb has announced plans to ramp up cost-cutting measures, aiming for an additional $2 billion in…

2 months ago