Page 20 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MARCH 7, 2025 BEACON | FROM Page 19 there are any audits of the Legislature by the state auditor, the results must be published on the Legislature’s website in a conspicuous place within 72 hours of receipt. “This amendment aligns with the House Republican Caucus’ ongoing efforts to make the Legislature more transparent and accountable to our constituents,” said amendment sponsor Rep. Brad Jones (R-North Reading). “It simply requires that any audit of the House conducted by the state auditor be posted in a conspicuous place on the General Court website within 72 hours of receipt, so it is readily available and accessible to the public.” “When 72 percent of our citizens are asking for more transparency, ensuring we post the audit within 72 hours would certainly be a step in the right direction,” said Rep. Dave Muradian (R-Grafton). Rep. Michael Day (D-Stoneham) said all audits are already posted on the Legislature’s website. He noted that allowing the auditor to audit the House violates the separation of power in the constitution so there is no reason to require the posting of an audit that that likely will never happen. (A “Yes” vote is for the amendment requiring the posting of an audit. A “No” vote is against requiring it.) Rep. Jessica Giannino No Rep. Jeff Turco No KEEP COMMITTEE POLLS OPEN FOR TWO HOURS (H 2026) House 23-128, rejected an amendment that would require joint committee polls to be open for at least two hours or until all committee members have voted. Committee polls are used to record which members favor or oppose a bill that was heard by the committee. “When voting to advance legislation, it is important that the members understand the bill they’re voting on so they can make an informed decision,” said amendment sponsor Rep. Brad Jones (R-North Reading). “That is not always possible with the short turnaround time required of some polls, especially when the bills under consideration have been redrafted, are lengthy, or are technical in nature. Providing a two-hour window to respond to a poll is a reasonable compromise that will help to ensure that each member feels comfortable with their vote without hampering the committee’s ability to move legislation in a timely fashion.” “In Massachusetts, we have a full-time, professional Legislature, which requires preparation and preparedness,” said Rep. Kathy LaNatra (D-Kingston) who opposed the amendment. “When a poll is released by a committee chair, that should not be the fi rst time we are reading a piece of legislation. Committee polls should remain at the chair’s discretion, ensuring decisions refl ect urgency rather than arbitrary deadlines. Committees I have been on have provided days to review language. We must, however, always maintain our ability to act for our constituents when the time arises.” (A “Yes” vote is for the twohour minimum. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Jessica Giannino No Rep. Jeff Turco No NOTIFY REPRESENTATIVES OF COMMITTEE POLLS AT LEAST 12 HOURS IN ADVANCE (H 2024) House 23-128, rejected an amendment that would require all joint committee members to be notifi ed at least 12 hours in advance if the committee is going to poll members electronically. “When a poll is released with a tight deadline to respond, there is always a danger that a committee member may not see it until after the poll has closed because they may be tied up in a constituent meeting, attending a municipal event in their district, or driving to the Statehouse and unable to review their e-mails,” said amendment sponsor Rep. Brad Jones (R-North Reading). “This amendment simply provides members with advance notice of an upcoming poll so they can plan their schedule accordingly and provide a timely response.” “As full-time legislators, committee work and committee votes are a major part of our role,” said Rep. Christine Barber (D-Somerville) who opposed the amendment. “Requiring a 12-hour notice for an electronic poll would not increase the effi ciency of our legislative process and [would] only slow down our work to address critical issues.” (A “Yes” vote is for the 12hour minimum. A “No” vote is against it.) Rep. Jessica Giannino No Rep. Jeff Turco No ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL HOUSE AND SENATE DEMOCRATIC LEADERSHIP TEAMS APPOINTED — House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy) and Senate President Karen Spilka announced their leadership teams for the 2025-2026 legislative session. The vast majority of the House leadership team remains the same including Rep. Michael Moran of Brighton as majority leader; Rep. Kate Hogan of Stow as speaker pro tempore; Rep. Alice Peisch of Wellesley as assistant majority leader; Rep. Frank Moran of Lawrence as second assistant majority leader; Rep. Danielle Gregoire of Marlborough as First Division chair and Rep. James O’Day of West Boylston as Fourth Division chair. Mariano added two members to leadership positions: Rep. Paul Donato of Medford moves up into the second assistant majority leader post vacated when Rep. Sarah Peake left to work for the Healey administration; Rep. Jeff Roy of Franklin took Donato’s former position as Second Division chair and Rep. Carlos Gonzalez of Springfi eld got the Third Division chair job previously fi lled by retired Rep. Ruth Balser. Over in the Senate, Spilka kept her entire current leadership team intact including Sen. Cindy Creem of Newton as majority leader; Belmont’s Sen. William Brownsberger as president pro tempore; Sens. Joan Lovely of Salem, Michael Barrett of Lexington and Sal DiDomenico of Everett will return as assistant majority leaders; West Roxbury’s Sen. Michael Rush $1 MILLION IN INNOVATION CAREER PATHWAYS GRANTS — The Healey Administration announced $1 million in Innovation Career Pathway grants to 29 school districts. This funding enables districts to plan and implement pathway programs that provide students with coursework and experience in high-demand STEM industries before they graduate high school, including in health care, technology, manufacturing, life sciences and environmental sustainability. “Our administration has invested in Innovation Career Pathways, Early College programs and career technical education opportunities because we know they allow students to explore careers and make critical connections with local businesses and mentors,” said Lt. Gov. 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