THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, July 24, 2026 Page 17 BEACON | FROM PAGE 16 publicans requested a roll call on any of the three bills. GOP senators are often promoting transparency in government so it was a surprise that none requested a roll call vote. None of the fi ve Republican senators responded to Beacon Hill Roll Call’s repeated requests asking them why they didn’t request a roll call. The fi ve GOP senators are Sens. Kelly Dooner (R-Taunton), Peter Durant (R-Spencer), Ryan Fattman (R-Sutton), Patrick O’Connor (R-Weymouth) and Bruce Tarr (R-Gloucester). TOXIC MEDICAL DEVICES (H 5550) – The Senate, on a voice vote, without a roll call, approved and sent to Gov. Maura Healey a bill that would ban the use of DEHP, a toxic chemical which is commonly added to plastic intravenous bags and tubing and linked to breast, liver, lung and testicular cancer. Many IV bags currently contain DEHP, which is added to improve the plastic’s flexibility but can pose serious health dangers to patients. The measure also prevents manufacturers from replacing DEHP with similar ortho-phthalates and encourages the transition to safer alternatives while preserving limited exemptions for specialized blood collection and cell therapy products. “The Toxic-Free Medical Devices Act was fi led because patients should never have to worry that the tools meant to heal them are exposing them to a cancer-linked chemical, especially when safe alternatives already exist in use right here in Massachusetts,” said Sen. Joan Lovely, Senate sponsor of the legislation. “Seeing this City of Everett PLANNING BOARD 484 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 Frederick Cafasso- Chairman LEGAL NOTICE EVERETT PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Public Hearing on an application by The Sofia 2nd Street, LLC Property located at: 380 2nd Street Site Plan Review, Special Permit, & Inclusionary Zoning In accordance with the provisions of M.G.L Chapter 40A and with Sections 19, 32, and 33 of the Everett Zoning Ordinance, the Everett Planning Board will conduct a public hearing on Monday, August 3, 2026 at 6:00PM in the Speaker George Keverian Room (Room 37, Everett City Hall) to consider the above-listed application for Site Plan Review, Special Permit for Floor Area Ratio (FAR), and Special Permit for Inclusionary Zoning. This proposal is for the redevelopment of a 70,649 square foot site, which is currently occupied an industrial warehouse and parking lot. The proposed redevelopment contemplates the demolition of the existing structure and the construction of a mixed-use building containing 310 residential units, 31 of which are proposed to be deedrestricted as affordable, 3,875 sq. ft. of ground-floor retail, and structured parking containing 91 parking spaces. 380 Second Street is a parcel of land referenced by Assessor’s Department as K0-06-000041. A copy of the application and plans are on file and available in the Office of the City Clerk and the Department of Planning and Development, both located at City Hall, 484 Broadway, Everett, MA 02149 and can be inspected online anytime at http://www.cityofeverett.com/449/PlanningBoard and/or by request during regular City Hall business hours by contacting The Planning and Development Office at 617-394-2334. All persons interested in or wishing to be heard on the applications may attend and participate in person. This project, along with all other projects to be discussed at the meeting, can be found on the posted Agenda at the following link: http://www.cityofeverett.com/AgendaCenter. Questions and comments can be directed in advance of the public hearing to Matt Lattanzi of the Department of Planning & Development at Matt.Lattanzi@ci.everett.ma.us or 617-394-2230. Frederick Cafasso Chairman July 17, 24, 2026 advance through the Legislature brings Massachusetts to the brink of leading the nation on exemplary medical care.” “We are once again elevating the standard of care in the commonwealth and we should all be proud of that,” said Sen. Bill Driscoll (D-Milton), Senate chair of the Committee on Public Health. “When implemented, this will improve the health of patients by decreasing exposure to toxins and known carcinogens.” WORKPLACE VIOLENCE IN HEALTH CARE FACILITIES (S 3171) – The Senate on a voice vote, without a roll call, approved legislation that supporters said would support the safety of frontline health care workers by improving vital security protocols at hospitals and doctors’ offi ces across the state; help law enforcement make timely arrests for assaults at health care facilities; extend new supports to health care employees who are assaulted on the job; and shield victims’ personal information from assailants. A key section would establish that employees who suff er workplace violence are entitled to paid leave for any time spent seeking medical treatment and aiding in the prosecution of their attacker, without using any vacation, sick or personal time. “Every 36 minutes, a health care worker in Massachusetts is assaulted or threatened on the job,” said Sen. Joan Lovely (D-Salem), Senate sponsor of the legislation. “That is not [in] the job description, and it never should be a reality for any professional. The bill the Senate passed today is built on legislation I have fi led session after session on behalf of our nurses, our front-line caregivers and our hospitals. It requires every facility to assess its own risks with its own workers, build a real prevention program and ensure accountability. It gives an assaulted worker paid leave, privacy and a lawful response.” “No health care worker should ever be subjected to violence in the course of their duties, working long hours to selfl essly care for their patients,” said Sen. Mike Rodrigues (D-Westport), chair of the Senate Committee on Ways and Means. “It’s alarming that almost seven out of ten nurses have reported workplace violence, an unacceptable statistic that must end now. Our dedicated health care workers will now have updated workplace violence prevention programs and a stronger support system to ensure a safe and professional workplace environment.” “Health care workers show up every day to take care of us,” said BEACON | SEE PAGE 18 ~ HELP WANTED ~ Type of Person Needed: * Are you an experienced/willing to learn, motivated person looking for a shop where your skills can be valued? 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