THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, SEpTEmbER 29, 2023 Page 21 1. September 29 is National Coffee Day; what programming language was named after a coffee? 2. Who takes the Hippocratic Oath? 3. On Sept. 30, 1868, the first volume of what serialized novel – which has a character named Marmee – was published? 4. In what book in a poem do the Walrus and the Carpenter eat oysters? BEACON | FROM PAGE 20 ated from Umass Amherst in 2009), I want to ensure all Massachusetts residents have access to public higher education,” said House sponsor Rep. Natalie Higgins (D-Leominster). “In Massachusetts, you’re more likely to take on student debt, and in higher amounts, if you attend a public college/ university rather than a private college/university. Massachusetts cannot afford to wait to address the affordability challenges of public higher education, and this legislation will help to address many of the workforce challenges we’re facing, across education, healthcare and human services.” NONOPIOD PAIN RELIEF (H 1962) – The Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery Committee held a hearing on legislation that would require the Department of Public Health to develop and publish on its website an educational pamphlet regarding the use of nonopioid alternatives for the treatment of pain. Provisions include requiring the pamphlet to include information on available nonopioid alternatives; the advantages and disadvantages of nonopioid alternatives; requiring health care practitioners to inform patients in hospitals, emergency care departments and hospice care for whom they intend to administer anesthesia involving the use of an opioid drug, to inform the patient and/or their representative, of nonopioid alternatives and their advantages and disadvantages. “Over the last two decades the use of opioids as a pain medicine has resulted in un5. What is the world’s tallest grass? 6. On Oct. 1, 1903, what American League baseball team played in the first World Series? 7. What is cetology, which is the title of a chapter in “Moby Dick”? 8. How are “Hello. My name’s Forrest,” “I believe in America. America has made my fortune” and “Rosebud” similar? precedented cases of addiction and overdose,” said sponsor Rep. Jim Arciero (D-Westford). “In order to give an alternative to their direct use, this legislation will offer information to patients about potential non-opioid treatments for pain control. I believe this legislation will provide individuals with greater choices in making their personal medical decisions which can impact their own future, their families and society.” REQUIRE WARNING LABEL (H 1968) – Another measure before the Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery Committee would require pharmacists filling a written, electronic or oral prescription for an opiate to affix to the container a label with a clear, concise warning that the opiates dispensed can cause dependence, addiction and overdose. “Nearly 50 percent of opioid dependence originates with prescribed opioid painkillers,” said sponsor Rep. Peter Capano (D-Lynn). “While the state hasn’t released final numbers for overdose deaths in 2022, some of Massachusetts’ biggest cities say they’ve seen an uptick in fatal overdoses. Warning labels won’t solve the opioid addiction crisis but it is one tool mixed with other strategies that would help combat this epidemic.” MARIJUANA AND FIRST RESPONDERS (S 48) – The Cannabis Policy Committee held a hearing on a proposal that would require the Cannabis Control Commission and the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security to study and report to the Legislature on the barriers that first responders face about their le9. On Oct. 2, 1959, what science fiction TV series created by Rod Serling debuted? 10. What planet has the same name as the Roman messenger god and a chemical element? 11. On Oct. 3, 1902, what president met with coalfield operators and miners to settle a strike? 12. In an 1835 fairy tale, what was put under dozens of mattresses? 13. What word means a person who antagonizes others online by posting disruptive content? 14. On Oct. 4, 2002, what Boston bridge was dedicated? gal right to use cannabis. “As we move away from cannabis prohibition, we should ensure we do not hold on to pre-existing, bias-driven bans,” said sponsor Sen. Julian Cyr (D-Truro). “I filed … [the measure] to investigate the existing barriers to first responders’ legal right to use cannabis a first responders are asked to perform difficult jobs. The bill would also explore the effectiveness of cannabis in treating anxiety, depression, stress, PTSD and other traumas.” QUOTABLE QUOTES “We respectfully urge the United States Congress to act expeditiously to enact legislation relative to comprehensive immigration reform and, in doing so, help resolve the dual crises of a dysfunctional immigration system and a rapidly devolving domestic workforce shortage.” ---From a letter from 65 state legislators to President Joe Biden and members of Congress. “The commonwealth is committed to supporting health care providers who deliver health care services that meet the needs of high-risk communities and populations where they are.Not only do these community health centers provide critical care to families and individuals that would otherwise have limited access to services, but these climate resilience projects also reflect the community health canters’ commitment to healthy communities.” --- Health and Human Services Secretary Kate Walsh announcing $20 million in grants awarded to community health centers to support capital projects that address the intersec15. Do other planets have rain? 16. In what year did Facebook debut: 1999, 2004 or 2008? 17. On Oct. 5, 1902, Larry Fine was born; he was a member of what trio that appeared in “Disorder in the Court”? 18. Why do males have nipples? 19. What is unagi? 20. October 6 is World Smile Day; Harvey Ball of Worcester, Mass., created what color smiley face symbol to increase morale at an insurance company? tion between climate change and a person’s health. “We are in the middle of a crisis in both health disparities and health care workforce retention. We can’t effectively address either of these crises without specific, current data to inform actionable policy decisions.” --- Dr. Ellana Stinson, New England Medical Association President testifying in support of legislation to address physician diversity and health disparities by mandating that licensed healthcare facilities collect and submit demographic data on physicians and physicians-in-training to the state. “The funding provided through the Urban and Community Forestry program is critical for these cities and towns to address some of their most pressing needs around public health, workforce development and climate resiliency through increasing access to green space. The commonwealth looks forward to continuing our aggressive pursuit of federal funding opportunities that will deliver for communities all across Massachusetts.” --- Director of Federal Funds and Infrastructure Quentin Palfrey announcing that several Bay State communities will receive more than $22 million in funding from the USDA Forest Service’s Urban and Community Forestry Program to plant and maintain trees, combat extreme heat and climate change and improve access to nature in communities across the country. HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION? Beacon Hill Roll Call tracks the length of time that the House and Senate were in session each week. Many legislators say that legislative sessions are only one aspect of the Legislature’s job and that a lot of important work is done outside of the House and Senate chambers. They note that their jobs also involve committee work, research, constituent work and other matters that are important to their districts. Critics say that the Legislature does not meet regularly or long enough to debate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been filed. They note that the infrequency and brief length of sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible late-night sessions and a mad rush to act on dozens of bills in the days immediately preceding the end of an annual session. During the week of September 18-22, the House met for a total of one hour and 26 minutes while the Senate met for a total of 56 minutes. MON.SEPT. 18 House11:01 a.m. to 11:06 a.m. Senate 11:01 a.m. to 11:05 a.m. TUES.SEPT. 19 No House session No Senate session WED.SEPT. 20 No House session No Senate sessio THURS. SEPT. 21 House 11:03 a.m. to 12:24 p.m. Senate 11:15 a.m. to 12:07 p.m. FRI.SEPT. 22 No House session No Senate session Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com Bob founded Beacon Hill Roll Call in 1975 and was inducted into the New England Newspaper and Press Association (NENPA) Hall of Fame in 2019. ANSWERS Java 2. Doctors 3. “Little Women” by Louisa May Alcott 4. “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland” 5. Bamboo 6. Boston Americans (soon to be Red Sox) 7. The study of whales 8. They are first lines of movies (“Forrest Gump,” “The Godfather” and “Citizen Kane,” respectively). 9. “The Twilight Zone” 10. Mercury 11. Theodore Roosevelt (the first president to be personally involved in a labor dispute) 12. A pea (in “The Princess and the Pea”) 13. Troll 14. The Leonard P. Zakim Bunker Hill Memorial Bridge 15. Some have rain but it is not water. 16. 2004 17. The Three Stooges 18. In the womb all babies grow as females during the first weeks. 19. Eel (in Japanese) 20. Yellow (His smiley face became popular worldwide.)
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