House initiative seeks to help prevent the exploitation of women and children
Mass. Legislature passes the Shield Act 2.0 to fortify protections for those seeking and providing reproductive and gender-affirming care.
Reading will receive $900K in road and bridge assistance
Senate passes bill to improve student learning and academic achievement, boost mental health, and foster healthier learning environments.
Local residents are invited to stop by the Pleasant Street Center from 10:15-11:15 a.m.
Senate passes legislation to protect consumers and keep people from being pushed into financial ruin if they are sued for financial debt.
Road and bridge money part of $1.185B transportation infrastructure bill
The town will receive the funds as part of a $1.185 billion transportation bond bill.
Senate members of Joint Committee on Education vote in favor of restricting cell phones in schools after a unanimous, bipartisan vote.
Tens of thousands are expected to rally nationwide on the fifth anniversary of the death of a civil rights leader.
Massachusetts Senate passes Shield Act 2.0 with bipartisan support.
Legislature's new rules for 2025-2026 make lawmaking more transparent, efficient, and accessible to the public.
The Reading legislative delegation pushed for the funds, which are part of the proposed fiscal year 2026 budget.
Local residents are invited to stop by the center from 10:15-11:15 a.m.
Funding will pay for traffic improvements, RMHS equipment acquisition and accessible school transportation for special needs students
Funding is included in supplemental budget supporting education and transportation-related initiatives
The funding is part of a larger bill that the legislature recently passed.
For his work passing the Educator Diversity Act, State Senator Jason Lewis presented with inaugural Legacy Award from Latinos for Education.
More than 100 pro-democracy advocacy groups have signed on in support of No Kings.
Senator Lewis nominates Margie Labedz for recognition at the state's first-ever Military Appreciation Day.
The virtual Town Hall meeting will be held on Monday, June 23 from 7-8PM. Bring your questions for Senator Jason Lewis.
What You Need to Know About Recent Changes
Senate's $61.4 billion fiscally responsible budget proposal invests in education, municipal support, healthcare, housing, transit, and more.
Town Meeting voted on a controversial proposal to add six pickleball courts, according to a report.
With support from Senator Jason Lewis, Lead Sponsor of the Fair Share Amendment, Massachusetts Senate Invests Surplus Fair Share Dollars
Voters will head to the polls Tuesday for the special town election.
Money will fund intersection improvements, RMHS equipment purchases
The town has received approval for $100,000 in funding for major projects.
Money will fund protective equipment for local firefighters, along with fire safety education for students and seniors
The grant will fund protective equipment for local firefighters, along with fire safety education for students and seniors.
Early voting for the annual town election starts this weekend and continues into next week.
Eligible residents can get a refundable tax credit when filing 2024 state income taxes
Melissa Murphy announced her candidacy for the town election April 8 in a letter to the community.
Reading residents are invited to stop by the Center from 10:15-11:15 a.m.
Senator Lewis continues leadership role in Education Committee & continues to serve as a member of the Senate President's leadership team.
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The project includes renovations to the two basketball courts, the tot lot playground, and additional parking on Bancroft Ave.