Massachusetts housing policies

Marshfield Challenges Housing Lawsuit Against State

News Summary Marshfield, Massachusetts has filed a lawsuit against the state over the MBTA Communities Act. The town seeks exemption…

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Massachusetts Utility Companies Reduce Rates Amid Energy Debate

News Summary Massachusetts utility companies such as National Grid and Eversource are implementing temporary rate reductions for energy bills starting…

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Massachusetts Redefines Building Standards for Sustainability

News Summary Massachusetts has introduced stricter building energy codes under the 2023 Stretch Code, setting a precedent for sustainability. These…

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Massachusetts Proposes Zoning Reforms to Tackle Housing Crisis

News Summary Massachusetts is facing a severe housing crisis, prompting the Unlocking Housing Production Commission to propose extensive zoning reforms.…

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Gas Bill Relief Coming for Massachusetts Residents

News Summary Massachusetts utility companies Eversource and National Grid propose a 10% reduction in gas bills for March and April…

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Massachusetts Launches Groundbreaking Vehicle-to-Everything Program

News Summary Massachusetts has initiated a pioneering vehicle-to-everything (V2X) program aimed at transforming electric vehicle (EV) usage and energy management.…

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Women Still Underrepresented in Business Leadership in Massachusetts

News Summary A recent study highlights the ongoing gender gap in business leadership in Massachusetts. Despite slight increases in female…

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Massachusetts Housing Crisis: New Solutions Emerging

News Summary Massachusetts is grappling with a severe housing crisis, with home prices soaring and rental costs skyrocketing. Despite efforts…

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Freetown Workers Protest Against Stop & Shop’s Potential Closure

News Summary Workers in Freetown, Massachusetts, faced uncertainty as Stop & Shop threatened to close its distribution center due to…

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Boston Introduces Comprehensive Housing Plan to Tackle Crisis

News Summary Governor Maura Healey has launched an ambitious housing initiative aimed at constructing 222,000 new homes in Massachusetts by…

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