THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JAnUAry 26, 2024 Page 21 BEACON HILL ROLL | FROM PAGE 20 Rep. Lindsay Sabadosa to modernize the commonwealth’s statutes to better codify the social progress that has been made and have our laws reflect our values,” said Rep. Jay Livingstone (D-Boston) who along with Sabadosa filed an earlier version of the bill in the House. “The law revision commission is particularly important to ensure that Massachusetts statutes do not have discriminatory laws that infringe on … civil liberties. Given the current political climate around the country, we can no longer assume that some archaic laws are not enforceable.” (A “Yes” vote is for the bill.) Sen. Brendan Crighton Yes ALSO UP ON BEACON HILL REAL ESTATE APPRAISERS (S 2550) - The Senate approved and sent to the House legislation that would require that all real estate appraisals in the Bay State be conducted by certified or licensed appraisers who are subject to regulatory oversight. Supporters said that under current law, anyone—without having to meet any standards of education or experience—can perform valuations for proceedings including estate settlements, divorces, business dissolutions and litigation. An unlicensed and uncertified person may prepare unsupportable valuations that expose consumers to considerable risk, and they are not subject to any regulatory oversight or accountability. “People are surprised to learn that under current Massachusetts law, anyone can conduct a real estate appraisal, even if they don’t have the appropriate education and experience,” said sponsor Sen. Cindy Creem (D-Newton). “By mandating that real estate appraisals be conducted by certified and licensed professionals, we are protecting Massachusetts consumers from sham or inaccurate appraisals that can have serious financial consequences.” PET CEMETERIES (H 4206) – The Agriculture Committee held a hearing on legislation that would require the owner of any property used or to be used for a pet cemetery to file in the Registry of Deeds a dedication restricting the property to be used only for the operation of a pet cemetery. Supporters said the bill would preserve existing pet cemeteries by preventing the construction and development on the property that is or holds out to be a pet cemetery. “Our pets hold a special place in our hearts, and the places where they are laid to rest deserve the same level of reverence and protection as any other memorial site,” said sponsor Rep. Rodney Elliott (D-Lowell). “This legislation ensures that pet cemeteries are upheld with the dignity and respect they deserve.” ADOPT A SHELTER DOG MONTH (H 2984) – The House gave initial approval to a bill designating October as Adopt a Shelter Dog Month, to increase public awareness and encourage the adoption of shelter and rescue dogs in Massachusetts. “Last year alone, over 22,000 pets entered Massachusetts animal shelters in need of a home,” said sponsor Rep. Bruce Ayers (D-Quincy). “By establishing October as Adopt a Shelter Dog Month annually, this bill will create greater public awareness of the need for pet adoption and will encourage people to give these dogs a forever home in a safe and loving environment.” SIKH APPRECIATION MONTH (H 3026) - The House gave initial approval to legislation designating the month of April as Sikh Appreciation Month in recognition of the significant contributions Sikhs have made to the state and to the nation. “Both Rep. Barber and I represent vibrant Sikh communities and seek to honor their values and contributions to our cities,” said Rep. Patricia Duffy (D-Holyoke), who sponsored the bill along with Rep. Christine Barber (D-Somerville).We … will continue to advocate for this legislation’s passage.” DON’T MISS THIS “BUILDING A BRIGHTER FUTURE” EVENT ON WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 31:- Join Amplify Latinx in partnership with Salem State University, MassBudget, the Boston Foundation and the State House News Service for an insightful and empowering event, “The Massachusetts Latino Electoral Project and Economic Empowerment Summit.” This gathering is dedicated to advancing the Massachusetts Latino community’s political engagement and economic prosperity. Details and sign up: https://massterlist.com/ building-a-brighter-future/ QUOTABLE QUOTES “We set high goals for our first year in office. I stood here a year ago and made promises. And because we came together, and we acted with urgency, we delivered results. We met every one of our goals. Today, Massachusetts is more affordable, more competitive and more equitable than it was a year ago. And the state of our commonwealth, like the spirit of our people, is stronger than ever.” ---Gov. Maura Healey from her State of the State” address last week. “Gov. Healey also needs to address the elephant in the room, which is the immigration crisis precipitated by our open southern border, as well as the budget and housing crises that have accompanied it. Massachusetts desperately needs our governor to confront the Biden-Harris administration for failing to secure our southern border.” --Paul Craney, a spokesman for the Massachusetts Fiscal Alliance. “No we’re not going to raise taxes, we just lowered taxes. We’re not schizophrenic. We’ve chosen the course of action and we think the competitiveness that the tax cut gets us is an important fact.” --House Speaker Ron Mariano when asked if he would consider tax hikes to pay for some of the proposals in Gov. Healy’s “State of the State” address. “It’s in the bag. Plastic bag bans work to reduce waste and pollution.” --Janet Domenitz of MASSPIRG on its new report, which estimates that, on average, plastic bag bans similar to those studied can eliminate almost 300 single-use plasBEACON HILL ROLL | SEE PAGE 22 LEGAL NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Saugus Board of Selectmen will conduct a Public Hearing on a request from Long Nguyen, 48 Leonardo Avenue, Malden, MA 02148, owner of Long Noodle House, LLC, 184 Broadway, Suite 10, Saugus, MA for a Malt, Wine, and Cordial liquor license to be located at 184 Broadway, Suite 10, Saugus, MA The Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, February, 6, 2024 at 7:20 PM, Saugus Town Hall auditorium, second floor, 298 Central Street, Saugus, MA 01906. Chairman Debra Panetta Janice K. Jarosz, Temp Clerk. January 26, 2024 - LEGAL NOTICE - COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS THE TRIAL COURT PROBATE AND FAMILY COURT Essex Probate and Family Court 36 Federal Street Salem, MA 01970 (978) 744-1020 Docket No. ES24P0046EA Estate of: JAMES THOMAS RUSSO, Jr. Also known as: JAMES T. RUSSO, Jr. Date of Death: 10/28/2023 CITATION ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION To all interested persons: A Petition for Formal Probate of Will with Appointment of Personal Representative has been filed by Linda A. Russo of Saugus, MA requesting that the Court enter a formal Decree and Order and for such other relief as requested in the Petition. The Petitioner requests that: Linda A. Russo of Saugus, MA be appointed as Personal Representative(s) of said estate to serve Without Surety on the bond in unsupervised administration. IMPORTANT NOTICE You have the right to obtain a copy of the Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. You have a right to object to this proceeding. To do so, you or your attorney must file a written appearance and objection at this Court before: 10:00 a.m. on the return day of 02/13/2024. This is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline by which you must file a written appearance and objection if you object to this proceeding. If you fail to file a timely written appearance and objection followed by an affidavit of objections within thirty (30) days of the return day, action may be taken without further notice to you. UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS UNIFORM PROBATE CODE (MUPC) A Personal Representative appointed under the MUPC in an unsupervised administration is not required to file an inventory or annual accounts with the Court. Persons interested in the estate are entitled to notice regarding the administration directly from the Personal Representative and may petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including the distribution of assets and expenses of administration. WITNESS, Hon. Frances M. Giordano, First Justice of this Court. Date: January 08, 2024 PAMELA A. CASEY O’BRIEN REGISTER OF PROBATE January 26, 2024
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