The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced more than $2 million in new funding to restore and monitor salt marshes along the Massachusetts coastline. Salt marshes protect communities from flooding, prevent damage from storms and rising seas, serve as habitat for fisheries and wildlife, and absorb carbon that would otherwise contribute to climate change. “Salt marshes are a … [Read more...] about Healey-Driscoll administration awards more than $2M to restoration
Governor Maura Healey
Rep. Jones supports bill targeting human trafficking
House Minority Leader Bradley H. Jones, Jr. (R-North Reading) is backing legislation to prevent the exploitation of women and children by requiring hospitality workers to undergo formal training to identify suspected cases of human trafficking. House Bill 4360, which has received support from the hospitality industry, was engrossed by the House of Representatives on a vote … [Read more...] about Rep. Jones supports bill targeting human trafficking
Lynnfield to get $644K in state funds for local transportation projects
Lynnfield is scheduled to receive $644,599.51 in State Chapter 90 funding assistance for local transportation infrastructure as part of a $1.185 billion transportation bond bill supported by House Minority Leader Bradley H. Jones, Jr. (R-North Reading). House Bill 4307, an act financing long-term improvements to municipal roads and bridges, was given preliminary approval by … [Read more...] about Lynnfield to get $644K in state funds for local transportation projects
$100,000 allocated for Lynnfield High School auditorium upgrades
BOSTON – House Minority Leader Bradley H. Jones, Jr. (R-North Reading) and State Senator Brendan P. Crighton (D-Lynn) secured $100,000 for upgrades to the Lynnfield High School auditorium as part of a $1.39 billion supplemental spending bill that provides funding for education and transportation-related initiatives. House Bill 4227, which is funded primarily through surplus … [Read more...] about $100,000 allocated for Lynnfield High School auditorium upgrades
Massachusetts lawmakers pass bill to remove offensive terms
BOSTON — House Minority Leader Bradley H. Jones, Jr. (R-North Reading) and State Senator Brendan P. Crighton (D-Lynn) hailed the passage of legislation amending state laws by striking offensive and derogatory terminology that has historically been used to stigmatize individuals with disabilities. Senate Bill 2941, which was enacted by the House and Senate on Sept. 5, also … [Read more...] about Massachusetts lawmakers pass bill to remove offensive terms