Mike Minogue won the MassGOP gubernatorial endorsement with a landslide at the party convention, while Mike Kennealy failed to reach the 15% threshold and was eliminated. Anne Brensley secured the Republican endorsement for lieutenant governor.
Auditor Diana DiZoglio argues Attorney General Andrea Campbell is violating separation of powers by blocking her audit lawsuit against the Legislature.
Massachusetts lawmakers are considering changes to the ballot initiative process that could make it harder for citizen-led questions to reach voters.
Massachusetts House Republicans back Auditor Diana DiZoglio’s lawsuit, arguing Attorney General Andrea Campbell is blocking her ability to pursue a voter-approved audit of the Legislature as the case heads to the state’s highest court.
Maura Healey signed a new law doubling Massachusetts’ legal marijuana possession limit from one ounce to two while overhauling the state’s Cannabis Control Commission.
The Massachusetts Teachers Association and other labor unions oppose proposed income tax cuts and warn they will campaign to defeat the ballot questions if they reach voters.
Gov. Maura Healey proposed limiting teens to two hours of social media per day, while restricting addictive features, notifications, and targeted algorithms for users under 18.
The Massachusetts Senate voted to renew a rideshare fee that costs Bay Staters about $18 million per year, as lawmakers debate whether to raise or restructure the charge.
Backers of a Massachusetts ballot measure to cut the income tax rate are asking House Speaker Ron Mariano to spell out his proposed alternative after he criticized the plan and suggested long-term solutions instead.
Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell is asking the Supreme Judicial Court to strike Auditor Diana DiZoglio’s lawsuit over her effort to audit the Legislature, warning it could undermine the state’s legal authority.
Massachusetts House Speaker Ron Mariano is eyeing ways to dilute a proposed income tax cut ballot question, urging talks with backers while warning it could lead to budget cuts.
The Massachusetts House passed a bill banning social media use for children under 14 and requiring parental consent for teens, while adding limits on “addictive” platform features.
The Massachusetts Senate is considering expanding “safe zones” for illegal immigrants beyond courthouses, potentially limiting federal immigration enforcement in schools, hospitals and churches.
Beacon Hill Democrats are advancing a plan to ban plastic bags and impose a 10-cent fee on paper bags, a move that would increase costs for shoppers at checkout.
House Ways and Means Chair Aaron Michlewitz is backing a proposal to ban social media for children under 14 and require parental consent for teen users.
Massachusetts House leaders plan a vote on a bill banning social media for children under 14, requiring parental consent for teens, and restricting cellphone use in schools.
A New Bedford Republican city councilor has entered the lieutenant governor race as Brian Shortsleeve’s preferred running mate, citing frustration with local government and a focus on schools, infrastructure, and taxpayer spending.
Massachusetts lawmakers questioned whether a proposed income tax cut would improve competitiveness, as experts warned of billions in lost revenue and potential cuts to state programs.
