Page 16 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, May 23, 2025 BHRC | FROM PAGE 13 lic. Jones failed to act like the Republican leader by holding the Democrats accountable for roll calls on important tax policy, received immediate backlash from the public, and is desperately trying to justify his conspiring with the Democrats.” HIRING FREEZE - Gov. Maura Healey announced that she will be implementing a hiring freeze across the Executive Branch, beginning May 27, in response to “widespread economic uncertainty at the national level and a tightening state budget outlook for fiscal year 2026.” The Healey Administration said that the hiring freeze will apply to all Executive Branch agencies and departments and there will be no formal waiver process. However, consistent with common practice during past hiring freezes, exemptions will be made for certain positions, including public safety officers and direct care providers. “The people of Massachusetts expect us to protect and maximize their tax dollars and that’s exactly what we’re doing,” said Gov. Healey. “Tariffs and funding cuts from Washington are causing so much economic damage and instability. We are taking this step to prepare for more uncertain economic times, protect taxpayer dollars and move our state forward while LEGAL NOTICE CITY OF MALDEN INVITATION FOR BID The City of Malden invites sealed bids in accordance with M.G.L. c.30 sec 39 M from Vendors for: MISCELLANEOUS LANDSCAPING AND REALATED SERVICES Email purchasing@cityofmalden.org, include Company Name, Address, Contact Name, Email Address and Phone Number, after: 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, May 28, 2025, for Contract Documents. Bids will be received until 2:00 p.m., Thursday, June 12, 2025, at the Office of the Controller, 215 Pleasant Street, 2nd Floor, Malden MA 02148. Following the deadline, all Bids received within the time specified will be publicly opened and read aloud. The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids. CITY OF MALDEN Office of the Controller May 23, 2025 REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS BUYER1 BUCHHOLZ, JOHN CARTER, PAUL GUNASEKARAN, HARUN HALL, CHARLES HONG, RICHARD HUANG, EDWARD INFANTE, JULIO MENTZER, TYLER OMALLEY, JILLIAN ROBINSON, CHRISTOPHER SAAD, MOHAMMAD SAVIR, NATHAN TAMANG, MIN B YOUM, DAVID D ZHANG, HONG BUYER2 ANGIULO, ISABELLA FANOK, MEGAN SURETTE, RACHEL STONEY, PATRICK TRAN, GIANG DESOUZA, THIAGO ROBINSON, KAELA BAI, YUE TAMANG, DOMA L YOUM, SUE H SELLER1 TWIN RT LEVINE, STUART J EILENBERG, MICHAEL SNYDERS, NICHOLAS SULLIVAN, MICHAEL J CHEN, RUI F HERZOG, JESSICA SIMEONE, STEPHAN J LUO, XUAN ZUNIGA, MAURICIO XI, QIZHENG KRASYUK, ZHANA FRONDUTO, SUSAN WALSH, DEBORAH M DUAN, XUCHEN VAFAI, YASAMAN BREWER, NICOLE EILENBERG, JENNA SULLIVAN, JUDITH A CHEN, CINDY SELLER2 GRAMOLINI, PETER ensuring funding will be available for the vital services people need.” “As we navigate the close of fiscal year 2025 and prepare for the start of the new fiscal year in July, the governor’s action to implement a hiring freeze across the executive branch will give us added flexibility in the budget to respond and react to unforeseen program needs and other deficiencies that may arise,” said Administration and Finance Secretary Matthew Gorzkowicz. “Our uncertain economic future in fiscal year 2026 has been made less predictable by the threat of federal funding cuts and recent market upheaval. While we hope for the best, it is both prudent and responsible to be prepared and take control of what we can now.” The Republican State Committee responded and released a statement saying that In January 2024, Gov. Healey gave each of her 12 cabinet members a $15,000 pay hike, at the same time slashing hundreds of millions of dollars from elsewhere in the state budget. They noted that those cuts hit services for seniors, homeless shelters and local earmarks. "One year ago, Maura Healey used the winter holiday break to play Santa, dumping the news that she's rewarding the good little boys and girls of her administration with pay raises for their 'tireless' work ethic,” said MassGOP Executive Director John Milligan. “She hopes her tone deaf pay hikes for political friends go unnoticed when she can't make ends meet in her budget without more taxes, but the MassGOP won't let voters forget what she likes to do with their money when she has extra cash to play with." SWITCH SCHOOL BUSES FROM DIESEL TO ELECTRIC (S 2241) – The Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy Committee held a hearing on a bill that would establish a grant program run by the Department of Energy Resources to help cities and towns offset the cost difference between buying zero-emission electric school buses and traditional diesel-powered ones. The grant program would prioritize support for communities in which the median household income is below the state’s median income or where the 5-year average rate of emergency department visits for childhood asthmas is greater than the state’s 5-year average rate. “Most of our school busses still run on diesel, which pollutes the air, contributes to climate change, and exposes children to harmful emissions every day, especially when buses idle outside schools,” said sponsor Sen. Cindy Creem (D-Newton). “While zero-emission buses are more expensive up front, this legislation helps close that gap so more communities can LEGAL NOTICE make the switch. It’s about giving every child access to safer, healthier transportation and making real progress toward cleaner air.” SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY AND HIV STATUS (H 776) – The Elder Affairs Committee held a hearing on a proposal that would amend current state law under which the federal Older Americans Act of 1965, signed by the late President Lyndon Johnson, offers social and nutrition services for seniors over 60 years old. Under current law, the state administers the Act using two definitions: “greatest economic need” and “greatest social need.” The bill would add sexual orientation, gender identity or HIV status to the definition of "greatest social need." Seniors within these groups would be eligible for aid from the government for food, disease prevention, community-based services, elder rights programs and other forms of assistance. “Our seniors deserve a safe and affirming environment regardless of HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression,” said sponsor Rep. Jack Lewis (D-Framingham). “[The bill] is a critical step to include those in critical at-risk populations to be eligible for aide ensuring that the quality of care and rights of LGBTQ+ individuals is preserved and protected. We cannot rest on our laurels. These inequalities need to be addressed to end discriminatory practices and policies.” AGRICULTURE COMMITTEE AIRS SEVEAL BILLS - The Committee on Agriculture held a hearing on several bills including: SAFETY OF FOOD AND FOOD ADDITIVES (H 113) – Would establish a 16-member Commission to Study the Safety of Food and Food Additives to investigate the health impacts of certain foods and food additives and propose policy and regulatory changes to enhance food safety in Massachusetts. The commission would include medical professionals, dietitians, food scientists, a pediatrician, consumer advocates and representatives from local farming. It would study additives such as high fructose corn syrup, seed oils, artificial coloring dyes, monosodium glutamate, artificial sweeteners, trans fats, sodium nitrite/nitrate in processed meats and bisphenol A (BPA) in food packaging. The commission would be empowered to hold public hearings, conduct research, employ staff and issue subpoenas to gather evidence. Within two years of its first meeting, the commission would deliver a report to the governor, the Legislature and the public -- assessing health impacts, recommending legislative or regulatory actions and suggesting public education campaigns to promote healthier food choices. "The surge in obesity and chronic illnesses like diabetes, auto-immune disease and behavioral health disorders particularly among children, demands a thorough investigation,” said sponsor Rep. Nick Boldyga (R-Southwick). “Growing research and frankly common sense suggest that the root of the problem is related to the foods we eat. Additives like artificial dyes, seed oils and high fructose corn syrup as well as ultra processed foods are poisoning Americans of all ages, robbing them of living healthy and fulfilling lives. This commission will deliver evidence-based solutions to enhance food safety and educate families on healthier options. Massachusetts has an opportunity to lead the way in addressing our growing health crisis." OCTOPUS (H 127) – Would prohibit the aquaculture of octopus in tanks or other controlled environments for human consumption. Aquaculture is defined as “waters used primarily and directly in the commercial cultivation of aquatic organisms including finfish, mollusk or crustacean in a controlled environment.” The measure would prohibit businesses from selling, transporting or possessing commercially farmed octopus. Violators would be fined up to $1,000 per day and would also be required to pay restitution for any money they made from the octopus. "I filed this bill due to serious ethical concerns related to raising octopuses in confined spaces” said sponsor Rep. Chris Hendricks (D-New Bedford). “The neurological complexities of octopuses are not compatible with controlled aquaculture processes and practices. During this session, I hope the Legislature can take a serious look at this measure and move it across the finish line." RODEOS (H 139) – Would require that any rodeos comply with the rules, regulations, standards and practices established by the Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association. “I filed this bill because Massachusetts has no standards for rodeos unlike many other states, a fact which came to light afBHRC| SEE PAGE 18 Copyrighted material previously published in Banker & Tradesman/The Commercial Record, a weekly trade newspaper. It is reprinted with permission from the publisher, The Warren Group. For a searchable database of real estate transactions and property information visit: www.thewarrengroup.com. 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