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20 years after Romneycare, Mass. leads nation in health coverage — but cost challenges remain
As Beacon Hill celebrates the landmark 2006 healthcare law, ensuring accessibility and affordability has proven elusive. -
Mass. House passes bill to ban kids under 14 from social media
The legislation would also prohibit cellphone use during the school day. -
New state bill would double amount of cannabis you can buy and ease industry regulations
Legislators say the compromise bill creates new opportunities in the cannabis industry while strengthening oversight. -
Mass. Senate eyes free medical school tuition to help shortage of primary care doctors
A $10 million pilot program in a spending bill set for a vote next week would cover tuition for UMass Chan Medical School students who commit to practicing family medicine in Massachusetts. -
Federal prosecutors launch team to probe benefits, voter fraud in Mass.
U.S. Attorney Leah Foley says the $9 million in fraud she's identified so far is the "tip of the iceberg." -
AG sees ‘pathway forward’ to audit state Legislature
Massachusetts’ attorney general believes her office and the auditor’s office are closer to agreeing on a way forward with the prolonged audit fight. -
Mass. House eyeing vote on bill to ban ICE arrests in courthouses
House leaders say they're planning to vote either this month or next on the bill, which would also block new agreements authorizing local law enforcement to act as immigration officers. -
Lawmakers reflect on lessons learned from COVID
Six years later, Massachusetts legislators say the pandemic highlighted issues of public health, preparedness and food security. -
Gov. Healey wants to spend more casino revenue on boosting local tourism
A Healey deputy told lawmakers the change would help support an industry that's both "wildly underfunded" and key to the Massachusetts economy. -
Mass. House speaker: agreement on immigration policy won't happen overnight
State Senate president compares ICE activity to Gestapo tactics.
