Sen. Lewis & Rep. Lipper-Garabedian Applaud Healthcare Oversight Law

New reforms to the state's healthcare system boost oversight/transparency and improve patient access to quality, affordable treatment.

Senator Lewis Files New Legislation to Revisit School Funding Formula

New bill would create a special commission to revisit the K-12 public school funding formula.

State Rep. Lipper-Garabedian Opening Her Doors To Constituents

The State Rep. will soon be holding a scheduled office hours session.

New Melrose Board Convenes For First Time

The Affordable Housing Trust was assembled by the Mayor for its first meeting on Monday.

Melrose Delegation Supports New Law to Lower Prescription Drug Costs

Massachusetts Legislature passes reforms to improve pharmaceutical industry oversight and lower the cost of prescription drugs.

Melrose City Council Reelects Its President

Leila Migliorelli was voted to serve her second consecutive term as the council's leader.

Sen. Lewis/Rep. Lipper-Garabedian Help Pass Substance Use Disorder Law

New law will combat the opioid crisis and support residents living with substance use disorder.

Melrose Wants Input On Fiscal Year 2026 Budget

The city released a survey for residents to take.

State Rep. Hosts Retirement-Assisting Program

Kate Lipper-Garabedian's most recent Community Conversation focused on helping older adults financially.

Senator Lewis Seeking Constituent Input and Feedback

Take a brief constituent survey to help Senator Lewis set his policy agenda!

Melrose Appoints New City Clerk

Tanji Cifuni assumes the role after serving it on an interim basis.

State Rep. Lipper-Garabedian Opening Her Doors To Constituents

The State Rep. will soon be holding a scheduled office hours session.

Senator Jason Lewis Leads Successful Passage of Educator Diversity Act

The law seeks to strengthen the K-12 educator workforce by hiring and retaining more diverse educators and improving student outcomes.

Melrose Mayor Warns Of Low Emergency Funds: Update

The Melrose Emergency Fund was founded in 1996.

Sen. Lewis and Rep. Lipper-Garabedian Help Pass Climate Action Bill

Massachusetts Legislature passes sweeping climate legislation to meet the climate crisis head-on.

Melrose Delegation Announces Bill to Phase Out Sale of Nicotine

Legislation to gradually phase out the sale of nicotine and tobacco products announced by Sen. Lewis and Reps. Vitolo and Lipper-Garabedian

Melrose Delegation Helps Pass Sweeping Economic Development Bill

Massachusetts Legislature passes major bill to support life sciences and biotech, offshore wind development, climatetech, and more.

State Rep. Lipper-Garabedian Opening Her Doors To Constituents

The State Rep. will soon be holding a scheduled office hours session.

Melrose Delegation Helps Expand Access to Breast Cancer Screenings

Mass. Legislature requires health insurers to provide coverage for diagnostic examinations for breast cancer.

“Bikes Aren’t Spooky” with the Mystic Highlands Greenway Coalition

As of this fall, the Mystic Highlands Greenway is 50% complete, with the route clearly marked by fresh signs.

Senator Jason Lewis Invited to Participate in White House Convening

White House hosts convening of state legislative leaders to discuss strategies to strengthen early childhood education and childcare.

Legislative Delegation Announces Road Safety Grant for Melrose

Melrose Police Department receives $14,662 grant for traffic safety initiatives.

Sen. Lewis to Host Town Hall on the Five Statewide Ballot Initiatives

On Tuesday, October 29, 2024, Sen. Jason Lewis will host a Virtual Town Hall from 7-8 p.m. to discuss the statewide ballot initiatives.

Legislature Passes Bill to Maximize Federal Funding for Massachusetts

Sen. Lewis and Rep. Lipper-Garabedian Announce Passage of Legislation to Enable Mass. to Effectively Compete for Federal Grant Opportunities

Sen. Lewis Leads Effort to Reform Mass. School Building Program

Mass. Senate passes bill lead by Sen. Lewis to establish a special commission to review the adequacy and equity of the MSBA program.

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Melrose Delegation Supports Comprehensive Maternal Health Legislation

Maternal health bill passed by Legislature creates a state licensure pathway for midwives, supports maternal mental health, and much more.

Social Security Serves the Hispanic Community

Hispanic Heritage Month

Melrose Delegation Supports Passage of Animal Welfare Legislation

Legislature passes bill to ban the use of elephants, big cats, bears, primates, and giraffes in traveling acts, such as circuses.

Combating Elder Abuse

Don't Be Afraid to Report It

Sen. Lewis & Rep. Lipper-Garabedian Celebrate Passage of Parentage Act

The Massachusetts Parentage Act extends the full rights of parentage to LGBTQ+ families and families created via assisted reproduction.

Melrose Delegation Celebrates Passage of HERO Act to Support Veterans

Massachusetts Legislature simplifies and expands benefits and services for veterans.

Melrose Delegation Joins Legislature to Pass Wage Equity Legislation

The "Frances Perkins Workplace Equity Act" requires employers with 25+ employees to disclose a salary range when posting an open position.

Sen. Lewis and Rep. Lipper-Garabedian Support $5Bil Housing Investment

Massachusetts Legislature Passes Largest Housing Investment in State History

Melrose Delegation Secures $190,000 for Local Priorities

State Legislature sends funding to Melrose in Fiscal Year 2025 state budget

Sen. Lewis Supports Reform Oversight of Long-Term Care Facilities Bill

Massachusetts Senate approves legislation to reform long-term care and assisted living sectors in order to ensure safe, high-quality care.

Senator Jason Lewis Supports Passage of Healthcare Reform Bill

Mass. Senate passes reforms to boost oversight and transparency in the healthcare market and improve patient access to affordable treatment.

Sen. Lewis Applauds Passage of Major Economic Development Legislation

Mass. Senate passes bill to extend Massachusetts’ global leadership in life sciences and biotech, climate technology, and more.

Defending Against Scammers Who Target Your Social Security Benefits

Three Things You Should Do

Sen. Lewis Applauds Bill to Address Housing Affordability Crisis

Massachusetts Senate Unanimously Passes the Affordable Homes Act