Page 2 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2025 Because you deserve a voice who listens, cares, and stands up for you! ELECTION DAY — TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 4TH (Polls Open 7 AM – 8 PM) Locations: • Beachmont School, 15 Everard Street (entrance via Bennington Street) • American Legion Post 61, 249 Broadway This election isn’t about big headlines — it’s about our neighborhood, our families, and our future. Let’s show that when Revere comes together, we can make real change right here at home. VOTE JIM MERCURIO For Ward 1 City Councilor A New Vision - A New Voice - A New Revere. (Paid Pol. Adv.) For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 781-286-8500 or Info@advocatenews.net call The Advocate Newspapers MASS. HOUSE PASSES LEGISLATION TO PROTECT PUBLIC TRANSIT WORKERS FROM ASSAULT Bill strengthens protections for public transit workers by expanding current laws on assault and battery against public employees B OSTON — Wednesday, October 22, 2025 — Today, the Massachusetts House of Representatives passed legislation that strengthens protections for public transit workers by expanding current laws on assault and battery against public employees. The bill, An Act relative to assault and battery upon a transit worker, ensures that transit employees receive the same legal heightened protections as other public employees while performing their jobs. “This bill responds to growing concerns from transit agencies and labor advocates about the rising number of attacks on workers, making the passage of this legislation critical,” said House Speaker Ronald J. Mariano (D-Quincy). “The House remains committed to protecting workers and supporting those who serve the Commonwealth in essential roles. I’m grateful to Chairman Day and Chairman McGonagle for their hard work, and to all my colleagues in the House for recognizing the importance of this bill.” “Our public transit system runs because of the dedication of workers who show up every day to serve us,” said Representative Michael S. Day (D-Stoneham), House Chair of the Joint Committee on the Judiciary. “Today we affi rmed the House’s continued commitment to protect those workers who are essential to the success of the Commonwealth and our everyday lives.” “Our transit workers provide critical services all over the Commonwealth, yet are many times assaulted by the very customers they serve. I am so thrilled to have this bill passed to provide our transit workers with the protections they deserve,” said Representative Joseph W. McGonagle (D-Everett). “The right to feel safe and supported on the job is just that, a right. I’m grateful today that my colleagues in the House can join me in supporting this right. I’m also extremely grateful to the brave men and women who came forward to share their stories. Thank you especially to Mr. Speaker, Chair Day and all those who helped get this bill passed.” “Protecting our public transit workers is about safeguarding the people who keep Massachusetts moving every single day,” said Representative Jessica Giannino (D-Revere). “The Carmen’s Union has been tireless in their advocacy for those on the front lines, standing up for the safety, respect, and dignity of their members and all transit employees. I’m grateful to Speaker Mariano for his steadfast leadership, and to Representative McGonagle for championing this MASS HOUSE | SEE Page 4
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