House Speaker Ron Mariano pledged not to raise taxes or fees in Massachusetts as part of the state budget process this year, create a procedure to “better predict” the impact of policy decisions on energy costs, and said his chamber’s fiscal 2026 spending plan’s bottom line would come in below Gov. Maura Healey’s $62 billion proposal.
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State ethics director flags ‘unprecedented challenge’ from Washington
CLINTON — Suggesting state and local officials might take cues from the federal government and embark on an improper approach to ethics, the State Ethics Commission chief wants lawmakers this spring to fortify his independent agency with an extra $250,000. Executive Director David Wilson said his 29-person agency’s mission is to “foster integrity in public […]
Canadian utility company paid for parts of Mass. lawmakers’ trip to hydroelectric facility
A group of Massachusetts lawmakers who visited Canadian hydroelectric facilities in March were ferried there on the dime of a public utility company that runs a power line between Quebec and Ayer, according to documents obtained by the Herald.
Chris Sununu out on New Hampshire Senate race despite Trump endorsement
New Hampshire’s popular former governor says he will not attempt a Senate campaign, putting to rest some of the speculation about who might seek U.S. Sen. Jeanne Shaheen’s soon-to-be vacant position.
Boston City Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson to plead guilty in federal corruption case, and will resign
Boston City Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson plans to plead guilty in a federal public corruption case tied to allegations that she stole thousands of dollars from taxpayers in a kickback scheme that took place in City Hall, and intends to resign.
Mike Kennealy, former Baker cabinet secretary, launches Republican run for governor
Mike Kennealy, a former cabinet secretary under Gov. Charlie Baker, officially announced a run for governor of Massachusetts Monday, making him the first Republican to formally challenge Gov. Maura Healey for the state’s highest office.
