18 Page 18 GET A FREE SUBSCRIPTION TO MASSTERLIST – Join more than 22,000 people, from movers and shakers to po litical junkies and interested citizens, who start their weekday morning with MASSterList—the popular newsletter that chronicles news and informed analysis about what’s going on up on Beacon Hill, in Massachusetts politics, policy, media and influence. The stories are drawn from major news organizations as well as specialized publications. MASSterlist will be e-mailed to you FREE every Monday through Friday morning and will give you a leg up on what’s happening in the blood sport of Bay State politics. For more information and to get your free subscription, go to: https://lp.constantcontactpages. com/su/aPTLucKs THE HOUSE AND SENATE: Beacon Hill Roll Call records local senators’ votes on a roll call from the week of April 8-12. There were no roll calls in the House last week. $375 MILLION FOR ROADS AND BRIDGES (H 4529) Senate 39-0. approved a bill that includes authorizing $200 million in one-time funding for the maintenance and repair of local roads and bridges in cities and towns across the state. The $375 million package, a bond bill under which the funding would be borrowed by the state through the sale of bonds, also includes $175 million for several transportation-related grant programs. The House has already approved the bill and only final House and Senate passage are necessary before the measure goes to Gov. Healey for her signature. The programs funded by the $175 million include the municipal small bridge program; the complete streets program; EVENTS | FROM PAGE 11 and Bananagrams, word searches and crossword puzzles. Suggested ages: five to 12. The Great Everett Jewelry Exchange! Parlin Meeting Room, Saturday, April 27. Preshow for ticket holders: 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Open to everyone: 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. You’ve all cleaned for spring and donated costume jewelry you don’t want. But someone does! And you might find something wonderful for a Mother’s Day gift or a grad you know. You might find something for yourself! Shute Adult and Teens Resume Assistance: Shute Beacon Hill Roll Call By Bob Katzen a bus transit infrastructure program; and grants for municipalities to purchase electric vehicles and the infrastructure needed to support them. “The annual authorization of the Chapter 90 program provides cities and towns wit the state funding they need to most effectively address their transportation infrastructure needs,” said Sen. Brendan Crighton (D-Lynn), Senate Chair of the Committee on Transportation. “This $375 million total investment in both Chapter 90 and additional grant opportunities funds tangible improvements across our entire transportation network—including roads, bridges, access to mass transit and sidewalks.” “Getting around our communities is a fundamental part of everyone’s day,” said Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland). “Whether the commute takes you on the sidewalk, through a bike lane, across a small bridge, onto your Regional Transit Authority or to the T, your journey should be quick and safe. By passing today’s legislation, we are empowering our cities and towns with the funding to make improvements to the infrastructure our residents travel on, regardless of where they go and how.” “Our transportation infrastructure is so vitally important to the state’s economy and this Chapter 90 funding addresses many Adult Department. 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Mike Rodrigues (D-Westport), Chair of the Senate Committee on Ways and Means. “I’m pleased that over $375 million has been allocated to municipal roadways, local streetscape improvements and enhancements to our mass transit system,” We’re grateful to see the House and Senate swiftly pass the Chapter 90 bond bill with key investments in municipal roads and bridges,” said Adam Chapdelaine, CEO of the Mass Municipal Association. “This quick action was essential with the construction season already underway. This year, we’ll again be advocating for the Legislature to supplement these programs through dedicated funding via the new state surtax. Last year, supplemental Chapter 90 aid via the surtax provided an additional $100 million for the 30,000 miles of municipal roads, which went to great use in communities all across the commonwealth.” (A “Yes” vote is for the $375 million package.) Sen. Sal DiDomenico Yes ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL HOUSE WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE PROPOSES $57.9 BILLION FISCAL 2025 STATE BUDGET – The House fired the RUMBLE | FROM PAGE 15 ing me to getting all the safety issues addressed and handled so it could be sanctioned.” One of the four challengers is James “Pitbull” Perkins (13-11, 9 KOs), from Lynn, who trains at Broadway Boxing in Everett. Perkins is the pretournament favorite based on his pro record and quality of opposition. A gravedigger during the day, Perkins suffered his lone loss last August to Steve Sumpter (9-0, 7 KOs), losing an eightround majority decision for the vacant IBA America Super Middleweight Championship. “I’m really looking forward to this event. I’ve always wanted to fight in a tournament because I never fought in the THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 19, 2024 second shot in the long battle over the state budget for fiscal year 2025 that begins on July 1. Gov. Maura Healey fired the opening volley in January when she filed her version of the spending package. The House Ways and Means Committee last week unveiled its own $57.9 billion version. It increases spending by $1.9 billion, or 3.3 percent, over the current fiscal year 2024 budget. Debate on the House version is scheduled to begin soon. After the full House approves a version of the package, the Senate will follow suit with its own draft, and a House-Senate conference committee will eventually craft a plan that will be presented to the House and Senate for consideration and sent to the governor. TRAFFIC STOPS FOR PERSONS WITH AUTISM – The state announced the implementation of the “Blue Envelope Program,” designed to improve interactions between police officers and persons with autism spectrum disorder during traffic stops. The voluntary program provides individuals on the autism spectrum with specially designed blue envelopes to carry their driver’s licenses; vehicle registration; and a contact card which informs police officers about their diagnosis and other essential communication guidelines to ensure more effective and sensitive communication during the interaction. In addition, information printed on the envelope’s exterior identifies the operator as a person with autism spectrum disorder, provides instructions for a police officer on how to enhance communication with the driver; and how to reduce anxiety and stress the driver may be experiencing as a result of being stopped or involved in an incident. The envelope also lists guidelines for the driver, includGolden Gloves or any amateur tournaments. I decided to turn pro after my sixth amateur fight. It’s even better that the event is being held at a hockey rink because I grew up my whole life playing hockey. I started skating at two years old and played all the way through high school [St. Mary’s of Lynn].” He added, “I’m prepared to deal with whatever comes at me. I know who all the fighters are, but I know Clark a lot more than the other fighters. Me and Clark have fought on the same card a number of times. I like Clark and he’s a tough guy, but if we end up in the ring together, it will be all business. We won’t be friends when we are in there. At the ing what to expect during a traffic stop, and how to present the Blue Envelope to the officer. “In honor of Autism Acceptance Month, the Blue Envelope Program reflects our deep commitment to supporting programs that strengthen inclusivity and support law enforcement’s ability to more effectively meet the needs of every community member,” said Gov. Maura Healey. “We’re grateful for the collaboration of our partners who brought this important public safety program to fruition.” “This new program provides an essential tool to enhance communication between police officers and drivers with autism while helping officers to recognize possible behaviors and more effectively engage individuals during traffic stops, motor vehicle accidents or mechanical breakdowns,” said Public Safety and Security Secretary Terrence Reidy. More information about the Blue Envelope Program, including how to request an envelope online and how to prepare, carry and display them, is available at https://www.mass. gov/info-details/blue-envelope-program?auHash=2Z5Rbw9xlO3joxF-Qc3ODJ-OxVtUP5onqW4OPtjHJjU#getting-your-blue-envelope-. Blue envelopes are available at all Massachusetts State Police Barracks. And will soon be available at local police departments. MUST NOTIFY OWNER OF GAS OR ELECTRIC SHUTOFFS (H 1370) – The House gave initial approval to legislation that would require gas and electric companies to contact landlords within 14 days of a tenant’s bill becoming past due. Supporters said the bill would allow for third party notifications as an extra measure of protecBHRC | SEE PAGE 20 end of the night, I’m very confident I’ll be the winner of the tournament.” Other boxers confirmed for the match: Anthony “The Gentle Savage” Andreozzi (5-3, 2 KOs), of Swansea, Mass.; Bernard Joseph (6-1, 4 KOs), of Dorchester, Mass.; Ryan Clark (4-5, 2 KOs), of Barrington, Maine. Additional matches will soon be announced. Card subject to change. WHEN: Saturday, May 11; doors open at 6:00 p.m., first bout at 7 p.m. WHERE: Quincy Youth Arena, 60 Murphy Memorial Dr., Quincy, Mass. Tickets are on sale at https:// www.ticketleap.events/tickets/ granite-chin-promotions/rumble-at-the-rink
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