Maura Healey To Become Governor Thursday, January 5

Maura Healey To Become Governor Thursday, January 5

Massachusetts will have a new governor this week. 

Governor-elect Maura Healey, a Democrat, is set to take office this week on Thursday, January 5, 2023. She is replacing Governor Charlie Baker, a Republican, who will finish out an eight-year tenure as governor over the next few days.

Governor Charlie Baker Signs Bicyclist Safety Bill Into Law
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Governor Charlie Baker Signs Bicyclist Safety Bill Into Law

Matt McDonald

Governor Charlie Baker has signed into law a bill designed to increase safety for bicyclists and pedestrians by adding certain requirements for motor vehicle drivers in Massachusetts.

Baker, a Republican, signed the bill on Monday, January 2, 2023, according to the governor's office web site — three days before he leaves office.

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