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Baker intends to sign climate and emissions bill aimed at net-zero carbon emissions statewide
Chris Lisinski/SHNS Gov. Charlie Baker said Thursday that he plans to sign into law a sweeping climate policy bill the…
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Candidate for Mass. governor backs mandatory vaccinations for certain groups
By Matt Murphy MARCH 19, 2021…..Efforts by the state to educate and convince all residents, particularly in some communities of…
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Governor Charlie Baker approval rating sinks below President Joe Biden
Matt Murphy Gov. Charlie Baker’s approval rating has tumbled since August, but the Republican would still be the favorite if…
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Expanded abortion access policies become law in Massachusetts despite Baker veto
Katie Lannan Abortion rights will be formally codified in state law, and access to the procedure will be expanded after…
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Senate vote on Tuesday would create new Massachusetts abortion law
By Chris Lisinski Lawmakers are on the verge of expanding access to abortion in Massachusetts over objections from Gov. Charlie…
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Massachusetts to see minimum wage increase, paid family and medical leave beginning in January
Those making minimum wage in Massachusetts are about to see a bump in pay. In June of 2018, Governor Baker…
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Governor Baker returns abortion access plan to legislature
By Chris Lisinski State House News Service Gov. Charlie Baker announced opposition Friday to allowing 16- and 17-year-olds in Massachusetts…
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Baker signs $45.9 billion state budget, returns abortion plan
By Matt Murphy DEC. 11, 2020…..Gov. Charlie Baker signed a $45.9 billion state budget on Friday that will not raise…
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Governor Baker increases spending in budget, no new taxes or fee hikes
By Matt Murphy Threatening to veto tax hikes if pursued by the Legislature, Gov. Charlie Baker on Wednesday took the…
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Citing Breonna Taylor case, Baker again presses for Massachusetts policing reform bill
By Katie Lannan Gov. Charlie Baker on Thursday again voiced interest in a quick resolution for the policing reform bill…
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