Report: New immigrants adding to MA economy, workforce February 13, 2024 Economy·Family·Labor & Business State officials in Massachusetts say their efforts to expedite work permits for asylum seekers and other new immigrants will help address an Read More
Mass. families in limbo as college financial-aid awards delayed February 3, 2024 Economy·Education·Family·News Education Support Professionals from across Massachusetts recently testified before the Joint Committee on Education in support of an educator living wage bill. Read More
Stalled Farm Bill puts pressure on MA food banks January 26, 2024 Economy·Farming·News At least 20% percent of households in Massachusetts cope with food insecurity and food banks are reporting record demand for help. Advocates Read More
Report: Fair Share Amendment helps improve tax fairness in MA January 18, 2024 Economy·Massachusetts·News A new report finds the majority of state and local tax systems are regressive, requiring a much greater pay-in from low and Read More
Healey-Driscoll Administration Announces 2023 Economic Development Plan December 6, 2023 Economy·Massachusetts·News The Healey-Driscoll Administration unveiled its draft economic development plan titled "Team Massachusetts: Leading Future Generations" Read More