THE REVERE ADVOCATE – WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2025 Page 17 BHRC | FROM Page 16 by establishing a legal privilege preventing labor organizations and workers from being compelled to disclose confi dential communications made in the course of seeking or providing representation.” Rep. Marjorie Decker (DCambridge), the sponsor of the bill, failed to respond to repeated requests by Beacon Hill Roll Call asking her to comment on the passage of the proposal. SAFETY OF CANDIDATES (S 2742) – Sen. Becca Rausch last week fi led a bill that supporters say will enhance the safety and security of candidates for public offi ce and other professionals by removing home addresses from ballots, nomination papers and other materials. The measure also similarly would protect from disclosure personal contact information maintained by government entities on elected officials, judges, judicial offi cers, law enforcement personnel, public prosecutors, public defenders and state licensed professionals whose work subjects them to an elevated safety risk. Supporters said that Massachusetts is the only state in the nation that unnecessarily puts people at risk by requiring candidates to put their street addresses on nomination papers and ballots. “Amid harassment, intimidation, assault and cold-blooded murder of elected offi cials and their families, as well as health care professionals, law enforcement offi cers and others, we must do everything we possibly can to protect our existing public servants and make it safe for anyone to run for and serve in offi ce,” said Rausch. “Notably, this is not a partisan issue, as fi gures spanning the political spectrum have faced terrible violence. I am proud to direct my deep expertise in elections and public records laws to the widely shared goal of safety and security for all by crafting and fi ling this comprehensive legislation.” 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 OBITUARIES Richard B. Roberts D ied at the Kaplan Family Hospice on Saturday November 15th following a lengthy illness. He was 79 years old. Richie was born on September 14, 1946, in Somerville, where he and his siblings were raised before moving to Everett. He attended both Somerville and Everett Public Schools and was a graduate of Everett High School, Class of 1965. Richie enlisted in the United States Air Force in July of 1966, and he proudly served his country during the Vietnam War. After his tour of duty, he was honorably discharged and he returned home. He worked for Sexton Can Company as an assembler. He later took a position with Van Dusen as a fueler at Boston Logan International Airport, for aircrafts, working there for over 10 years. Richie married the love of his life Inge (Ziegler) while he was stationed in Germany. Richie, Inge, and their son Daniel returned from Germany and made their home in Revere. Richie was a devoted family man and husband. He took great joy in collecting model cars, many of his favorite classic cars. He was also passionate about music, especially country music. He played his guitar frequently and also played the keyboard. Richie was a man who lived a simple life and enjoyed spending time with those who he loved. He is the beloved husband of the late Inge T. (Ziegler) Roberts. The cherished father of Daniel J. Roberts of Payson, AZ. He is the devoted son of the late Charles I. Roberts and Gertrude M. (Domegan) Roberts. He is the dear brother of Charles “Chuck” Roberts, John Roberts, and the late James Roberts and Anne Roberts. He is also lovingly survived by his lifelong friends, Lola Blair, the Ragucci family, his late German Shepherd Schultz, as well as many nieces, nephews, grandnieces, and grand nephews. Funeral Services and interment will be held on Wednesday, December 3rd at 1:15 pm at the Massachusetts National Cemetery in Bourne, MA. Richie will be interred with his late wife Inge. In lieu of fl owers, donations may be made in Richie’s memory to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, at t2t.org. preventive duties, including Fleet preventive maintenance. * Miscellaneous shop duties Requirements: * Valid driver’s license with good driving history Hours: * Rate will be based on experience Contact: Ed Hyde or David Morovitz Call: 781-322-9401 Email: ehyde@maldentrans.com Website: www.maldentrans.com 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 November 17-21, the House met for a total of 14 hours and 13 minutes and the Senate met for a total of ten hours and 16 minutes. Mon. Nov. 17 House 11:01 a.m. to 11:07 a.m. Senate 11:02 a.m. to 11:12 a.m. Tues. Nov. 18 House 11:01 a.m. to 4:59 p.m. No Senate session. Wed. Nov. 19 House 11:00 a.m. to 6:55 p.m. Senate 11:04 a.m. to 9:05 p.m. Thurs. Nov. 20 House 11:00 a.m. to 11:14 a.m. Senate 11:07 a.m. to 11:12 a.m. Fri. Nov. 21 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. ~ HELP WANTED ~ Type of Person Needed: * Are you an experienced/willing to learn, motivated person looking for a shop where your skills can be valued? services and public State inspection services. We are seeking a talented Automotive Technician or mechanical knowledge to in automotive technical work with a passion for excellent customer service, we want to talk to you. Location: Malden, MA Job Description: For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 781-286-8500 or Info@advocatenews.net or Info@advocatenews.net
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