AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoReproductive Rights: The Massachusetts Senate voted to expand abortion access, removing limits after 24 weeks and shifting late-term decisions to doctors, sending the measure to Gov. Maura Healey. Free Press: The Senate also passed a bill to shield journalists and sources from compelled disclosure, aiming to protect reporting amid federal subpoenas and raids. Health Care Fight: Attorney General Tong joined a coalition suing to block a federal rule that would expand “catastrophic” plans and weaken ACA protections; Massachusetts AG Neronha joined a similar challenge. Norwood Hospital: Emergency legislation clears the way for the state to use eminent domain to restart Norwood Hospital’s redevelopment after Steward Health Care’s collapse. Immigration & Work: DHS ended Haitian TPS protections, triggering layoffs that could disrupt airports, nursing homes, schools, and other essential services. Local Costs: East Brookfield residents report steep water-bill spikes, while Central Mass towns weigh what to do next. Business & Growth: Mathnasium signed 60 franchise deals and opened 40 centers; Somerville broke ground on a major mixed-income housing project at 299 Broadway. Energy: Eversource took another $164 million hit tied to offshore wind delays.
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