Page 6 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, July 17, 2026 LITERACY BILL | FROM PAGE 1 Special to The Advocate O n June 26, Governor Maura Healey signed Senator Sal N. DiDomenico’s landmark literacy legislation into law as Chapter 113 of the Acts of 2026. This new law — An Act relative to teacher preparation and student literacy — will transform how the Commonwealth teaches children to read to ensure every student learns this essential skill. This bill was signed alongside advocates who have supported these reforms for years: teachers, students and elected officials from across the state. “Special thanks to my team, Gerry D’Ambrosio Attorney-at-Law Is Your Estate in Order? Do you have an update Will, Health Care Proxy or Power of Attorney? If Not, Please Call for a Free Consultation. 14 Proctor Avenue, Revere (781) 284-5657 J& • Reliable Mowing Service • Spring & Fall Cleanups • Mulch & Edging • Sod or Seed Lawns • Shrub Planting & Trimming • Water & Sewer Repairs Joe Pierotti, Jr. Senator Sal DiDomenico (left of Governor) with Governor Maura Healey (second from right), Rep. Gordon (far right), and the Senator’s Chief of Staff, Christie Getto Young (far left). (Courtesy photo) all our students learn the essential skills of reading and writing and that early literS LANDSCAPE & MASONRY CO. Masonry - Asphalt • Brick or Block Steps • Brick or Block Walls • Concrete or Brick Paver Patios & Walkways • Brick Re-Pointing • Asphalt Paving www.JandSlandscape-masonry.com • Senior Discount • Free Estimates • Licensed & Insured 617-389-1490 Senator Sal DiDomenico holding the signed literacy bill alongside his staff (from left to right): Chief of Staff Christie Getto Young, Legislative Director Ayla Thorntona, Communications Director Eli Fenichel. (Courtesy photo) Designing and Constructing Ideas that are “Grounds for Success” Landscaping acy curriculum will be evidenced based in every community throughout the Commonwealth. especially my Chief of Staff, Christie Getto Young, who worked tirelessly to bring this to fruition from the first day we drafted and filed this bill, through several iterations and adjustments, and being our lead during the conference committee process,” said Senator DiDomenico, Senate Chair of the Conference Committee and the lead Senate bill sponsor. “This was a great day for our educators, families and especially our youngest learners. I am proud to, once again, be passing legislation to ensure our teachers and students get what they need and deserve to flourish and thrive in our state.” This new law will ensure that
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