THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, OCTObER 7, 2022 Page 9 Beacon Hill Roll Call By Bob Katzen GET A FREE SUBSCRIPTION TO MASSTERLIST – Join more than 22,000 people, from movers and shakers to political 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 infl uence. The stories are drawn from major news organizations as well as specialized publications selected by widely acclaimed and highly experienced writers Keith Regan and Matt Murphy who introduce each article in their own clever and inimitable way. 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/aPTLucK THE HOUSE AND SENATE: There were no roll calls in the House or Senate last week. This week, Beacon Hill Roll Call begins a look at the ballot questions that will be on the November ballot for voter consideration. BALLOT QUESTION #1 - INCOME TAX HIKE FOR TAXPAYERS EARNING MORE THAN $1 MILLION PER YEAR – The fi rst question on the November ballot asks voters if they favor a proposed constitutional amendment that would allow a graduated income tax in Massachusetts and impose an additional 4 percent income tax, in addition to the current fl at 5 percent one, on taxpayers’ earnings of more than $1 million annually. Language in the amendment requires that “subject to appropriation” the revenue will go to fund quality public education, affordable public colleges and universities, and for the repair and maintenance of roads, bridges and public transportation. The proposal is sponsored by Sen. Jason Lewis (D-Winchester) and Rep. James O’Day (D-West Boylston). It qualifi ed to get on the November ballot when it was approved by the 2019-2020 Legislature and then the 2021-2022 Legislature. If voters approve the proposal, it will become part of the state constitution. The most recent approval was on June 9, 2021 when the House approved the tax hike 121-39 and the Senate approved it 38-2. The proposal has been dubbed by sponsors as “the Fair Share Amendment.” Opponents reject that label and call it another unnecessary excessive tax. Supporters say the amendment will affect only 18,000 extremely wealthy individuals and will generate up to $2 billion annually in additional tax revenue. They argue that using the funds for education and for the repair and maintenance of roads, bridges and public transportation will benefi t millions of Bay State taxpayers. They note the hike would help lower income families which are now paying a higher share of their income in taxes. Opponents argue the new tax will result in the loss of 9,500 private sector jobs, $405 million annually in personal disposable income and some millionaires moving out of state. They say that the earmarking of the funds for specifi c projects is a phony sham and argue all the funds will go into the General Fund and be up for grabs for anything. “The Fair Share Amendment is a win for all Massachusetts residents,” said O’Day. “That is why the list of small businesses, unions and community organizations that support Question 1 continues to grow. I encourage everyone to visit fairsharema.com, read the text of the amendment and learn more about our eff orts. If you’re part of the 99 percent of Massachusetts residents who make less than $1 million a year, your taxes will not change.” “I am proud to be the lead Senate sponsor of the Fair Share Amendment … because it will make our tax system more equitable by asking the wealthiest households to pay a little bit more, and it will BEACON | SEE PAGE 19 Five Families YARD SALE 42 Adams Ave., Everett OCTOBER 8 * 8 am to 3 pm Many Christmas, Halloween, Thanksgiving Items, Crafts Supplies and Much, Much, More! RESNEK | FROM PAGE 6 “The manner in which you left my office and the text message that you sent after were very unprofessional and not appreciated as I met with you, unscheduled, and as a result was 20 minutes late for a scheduled meeting with the Chief of Staff ,” concluded Ammouri. Alcy’s bizarre behavior would be called into question again over a Facebook post she made where she would berate someone who posted a mild criticism of her city councillor cousin, Gerly Adrian, when she replied, “What’s the matter your coke supplier didn’t deliver this weekend, because you sound like your fi nning for it. I’m not playing, I will sue you to the moon and back with a huge smile on my face for harassment.” She was, once again, reprimanded by HR and her supervisor, and the social media incident was brought before the City Solicitor’s Offi ce as well as the mayor. Alcy will continue her deposition once she hands over all communications that she failed to provide. AUTOTECH DRIVE IT - PUSH IT - TOW IT! Cold Hard Cash for Your Vehicle! RIVE IT - PUSH IT - TOW IT $$ CASH FOR YOUR CAR, TRUCK OR SUV! $$ Get your vehicle Winter Ready! 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