Page 18 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JAnUAry 19, 2024 BEACON HILL ROLL | FROM PAGE 17 QUOTABLE QUOTES “I am proud to support the We follow Social Distancing Guidelines! Frank Berardino MA License 31811 • 24 - Hour Service • Emergency Repairs BERARDINO Plumbing & Heating Residential & Commercial Service Gas Fitting • Drain Service 617.699.9383 Senior Citizen Discount Equality Model Bill as it acknowledges the lived reality of traffi cking survivors and the inherent exploitation of prostituted persons. My Office’s Human Traffi cking Division is a proud member of the Commonwealth’s Anti-Traffi cking Task Force, a statewide, collaborative approach for combatting both labor and sex traffi cking in Massachusetts. We will continue to work with survivors, law enforcement, community organizations and elected offi cials to elevate this critical work and ensure protections for survivors.” --- Attorney General Andrea Campbell as local sex trade survivors joined advocates and lawmakers at the Massachusetts State House to recognize National Human Traffi cking Awareness Day. “The application looks very similar to the ones that were sent out in 2022 and 2020. These official mailings have the state seal printed on the outside, to help voters distinguish them from any political mailings they may also be receiving.” --- Secretary of State Bill Galvin telling voters to be on the lookout for their Offi cial 2024 Vote by Mail Application, as the March 5 Presidential primary gets closer. “Our audits help to identify where there may be defi - ciencies, a lack of oversight, or a need for greater accountability across state government. We commend the [the National Guard] for taking responsibility for addressing the areas of concern raised in our audit to ensure they are making necessary improvements.” ---State Auditor Diana DiZoglio releasing an audit of the Massachusetts National Guard indicating some fl aws by the guard including that the guard did not keep adequate records for service members enrolling in state colleges and universities through the Massachusetts Army and Air Force National Guard Tuition and Fee Reimbursement Program. “This new program seeks to provide funding for women students, who may not be able to access scholarship and grant funding typically available to more traditional students, to continue their education and path to economic success.” ---Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women Commissioner Denella Clark announcing a new scholarship program. 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 BEACON HILL ROLL | SEE PAGE 19 ~ Help Wanted ~ Now Hiring Deli Clerks & Deli Manager Flexible Hours - We will work with the right candidates! Positive Attitude and Enthusiastic Customer Service a must. Apply online or ask for Joe or Mary at the Store. McKINNON’S EVERETT - 620 Broadway, Everett Your Hometown News Delivered! EVERETT ADVOCATE MALDEN ADVOCATE REVERE ADVOCATE SAUGUS ADVOCATE One year subscription to The Advocate of your choice: $150 per paper in-town per year or $200 per paper out-of-town per year. Name_________________________________________ Address_______________________________________ City_______________ State_______ Zip ____________ CC# _______________________________ Exp. _____ Sec. code____ Advocate (City):___________________ Clip & Mail Coupon with Credit Card, Check or Money Order to: Advocate Newspapers Inc. PO Box 490407, Everett, MA 02149 Clean-Outs! We take and dispose from cellars, attics, garages, yards, etc. Call Robert at: 781-844-0472 Scan Cell Phone Here For More Information!
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