Page 20 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2022 BEACON | FROM Page 18 A newly formed group, The Yes for Safer Roads Coalition, is spearheading the campaign to reject the repeal effort and keep the law intact. “This law is about more than just operating a motor vehicle,” said Middlesex Sheriff Peter Koutoujian, a member of the coalition. “It enhances safety on our roadways, but just as importantly it allows individuals to get to their work and medical appointments as well as to kids’ school and after school activities. That’s why I am proud to stand with the broad coalition of law enforcement colYour Hometown News Delivered! EVERETT ADVOCATE MALDEN ADVOCATE REVERE ADVOCATE SAUGUS ADVOCATE MALDEN ADV REVERE ADV SAUGUS ADV One year subscription to The Advocate of your choice: $200 per paper in-town per year or $150 per paper out-of-town per year. 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COASTSWEEP is part of the International Coastal Cleanup initiative that is organized by Ocean Conservancy and draws hundreds of thousands of volunteers to coastal cleanups in more than 150 countries worldwide. Volunteers also record data about what they fi nd into Ocean Conservancy’s international marine debris database, where it helps researchers and policymakers better understand the sources of global marine debris and develop solutions for its prevention. “Throughout the commonwealth are incredible beaches, waterfronts and shorelines that are enjoyed and appreciated by so many, and the COASTSWEEP program off ers a great way for everyone to give back to these treasured natural resources,” said Energy and Environmental Affairs Secretary Beth Card. “The BakerPolito Administration encourages everyone to get out and get involved with a cleanup or gather some friends and organize your own this fall season.” Volunteers can organize their own cleanup or volunteer at a scheduled cleanup. All supplies, including bags, gloves, data cards and pencils are provided free of charge. To join an existing cleanup or to organize one, go to https:// www.mass.gov/service-details/ coastsweep-cleanup-list or email coastsweep@mass.gov POLYCYSTIC OVARY SYNDROME AWARENESS (H 3735) – The House approved and sent to the Senate a bill making September Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Awareness (POSA) Month. According to ~ Home of the Week ~ MALDEN....SPACIOUS 6 room Family Colonial features 3 generous size bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, 4 year old kitchen with granite counters, ceramic tile room open to dining room, large, welcoming foyer, two heated sunrooms, mini split air conditioning size deck, 1 car shared garage (it is actually a two side owned by neighbor), located in desirable neighborhood on Medford line. Come make this one your own! View the interior of this home right on your smartphone. the Mayo Clinic website, POSA is a problem with hormones that happens during the reproductive years. “The exact cause of PCOS is unknown,” notes the website. “Early diagnosis and treatment along with weight loss may lower the risk of long-term complications such as type 2 diabetes and heart disease.” The bill was approved by the House on September 15, 2022, when half the month of September was already over. It still needs the initial approval of the Senate and another round of approval in both branches, as well as the governor’s signature as the month of September continues to roll on. It was originally fi led 16 months ago on May 6, 2021 but September 2021 went by without passage of the bill. Rep. Nika Elugardo (D-Boston), the sponsor of the bill, did not respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call to comment on her bill and explain why it has been stalled in the House for 18 months. U.S. LABOR SECRETARY MARTY WALSH TALKS UNIONS AND THE FUTURE - The momentum of labor, including the growth of unions and the increased leverage of workers, is reshaping the traditional workplace dynamic In Massachusetts and beyond. Join Labor Secretary Marty Walsh and Massachusetts labor leaders for a special event hosted by the State House News Service and MASSterList that will explore the important labor trends: labor’s gains, goals and the outlook for the future. The in-person event is Wednesday, September 28, at the Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education (MCLE) at 10 Winter Place (Downtown Crossing) in Boston. Doors open for networking and light refreshments at 7:30 a.m., with the program kicking off at 8:15 a.m. Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ the-new-power-of-labor-in-massachusetts-and-beyond-tickets414176953417?aff =BHRCSept QUOTABLE QUOTES “We remain committed to delivering support to local offi cials who understand the positive effect of sustainable roadway safety. Every tool made possible by today’s grants empowers police to educate the public about our commonwealth’s laws, reduce speeding, renew our commitment to wear seat belts and properly address all forms of distracted and impaired driving.” ---Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito upon announcing $10.9 million in federal grant funding to cities and towns to improve road safety across the state. “This report is a powerful tool for state leaders with clear, measurable and aspirational recommendations that focus on areas that are especially important for advancing equity to ensure all students have access to high-quality opportunities from birth to early adulthood.” ---Edith Bazile, Executive Director of Black Advocates for Educational Excellence on the release by the Massachusetts Education Equity of a report “There Is No Excellence Without Equity: A Path Forward for Education in Massachusetts,” calling on state leaders to make tackling the state’s longstanding educational inequities a top priority. “After two challenging years, we rebounded stronger than we could have expected.” ---Massachusetts Convention Center Authority (MCCA) Executive Director David Gibbons announcing that the authority just completed its most successful fi - nancial year in history, following two years of empty gathering halls because of COVID-19. “We are honored by this award. A commitment to diversity is a commitment to a culture of continuous improvement. --- Umass Lowell Chancellor Julie Chen on the school being named a recipient of the 2022 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity award recognizing U.S. colleges and universities that demonstrate an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion on campus. 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 fi led. 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 12-16, the House met for a total of 54 minutes and the Senate met for a total of one hour and four minutes. Mon. Sept. 12 House 11:05 a.m. to 11:23 a.m. Senate 11:03 a.m. to 11:28 a.m. Tues. Sept. 13 No House session No Senate session Wed. Sept. 14 No House session No Senate session Thurs. Sept. 15 House 11:04 a.m. to 11:40 a.m. Senate 11:03 a.m. to 11:42 a.m. Fri. Sept. 16 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.
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