Commentary · Politics For Subscribers 10 Pieces of Wasteful Pork in the Fiscal Year 2027 Massachusetts Budget Massachusetts lawmakers included millions in pork-barrel spending in the $63.42 billion state budget. Here are 10 of the worst examples. By Stephen Beale August 1, 2026 · 2:17 PM EDT · 5 min read read Advertisement Photo by Jp Valery / Unsplash Massachusetts lawmakers included millions in pork-barrel spending in the $63.42 billion state budget. Here are 10 of the worst examples. Advertisement Read Next Maura Healey Calls for Lower Energy Costs, Offers No Clear Solution Massachusetts Senate Committee Advances Elective Late-Term Abortion Legislation Spotlight: Senator Ryan Fattman Reflects on Leadership, Faith, and Public Service Is Listening To Podcasts 'Social Porn' For You?