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Inaugural Sustainability Day Held at State House
(BOSTON) - This week, Beacon Hill celebrated the inaugural Sustainability Day by showcasing innovative sustainable solutions in the Great Hall of the State House. Hosted by the House Committee on Climate Action and Sustainability, Chair Tram Ngyuen (D-Andover) and Vice Chair Michelle Ciccolo (D-Lexington) opened the day with remarks focused on the importance of innovation and sustainable action and large and small scales. Keynote speaker and Climate Chief Melissa Hoffer remarked on the need for political will to advance sustainable policy. “Making sustainable choices to protect our environment have many . . . Read More
Representative Joan Meschino Announces Office Hours for September
(BOSTON) - Representative Joan Meschino (D-Hull) will host two in-person office hours throughout the month of September. Please contact Rep. Meschino’s Legislative Aide, Harrison Bushnell, by email at harrison.bushnell@mahouse.gov or by phone at 617-722-2092 in order to schedule a time slot with a member of Rep. Meschino’s staff. Monday, September 15 10:00 am - 11:00 am Hull Council on Aging 197A Samoset Avenue, Hull Monday, September 22 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Hingham Public Library 66 Leavitt Street, Hingham These sessions are intended to make it easier for . . . Read More
Representative Joan Meschino Thanks Summer Interns
(BOSTON) - Representative Joan Meschino (D-Hull) hosted two high school and two college interns this summer. Interns had the opportunity to conduct independent research projects, attend a speaker series with prominent state officials, and better understand the day-to-day of lawmaking. “Interns always bring a fresh energy to the office,” said Representative Meschino (D-Hull). “Every year my team and I gain valuable insight from our interns. Their work guides substantial legislative work, and we always look forward to helping young people pursue their interests in public service and state government.” Henry, . . . Read More
Massachusetts Legislature Approves Joint Rules, Ushering in More Accessible, Efficient Lawmaking
(BOSTON) The Massachusetts Legislature adopted joint rules on June 26, 2025, that will make lawmaking more efficient, transparent and accessible to the public while adjusting the legislative calendar to allow more time to accomplish meaningful policy. The first agreed-upon joint rules since 2019, these new rules will now govern the legislative process, joint committees, and interactions between the House of Representatives and the Senate for the 2025-2026 legislative session. “I am encouraged by the cross-chamber collaboration that this joint rules agreement represents,” said State Representative Joan Meschino (D-Hull). “These streamlined . . . Read More
MBTA Publishes Fore River Bridge Notification System
Mass511 Account and Route Creation Create an account Go to Mass511.com Click on “My Mass511” in the top right of the screen. A box will pop up, select “Sign up now”. You will be prompted to enter some basic information (First and Last name, E-mail address and a password) and accept the terms of service. Select “Create account.” Your account creation will be confirmed and ask you to confirm your e-mail via an acceptance link sent to the email you provided. Access your acceptance email and select “Accept”. You will . . . Read More
Elders Climate Action of MA Holds Climate Lobby Day
(Boston) On Wednesday, June 18th, members of the Elders Climate Action (ECA) Massachusetts Chapter rallied in the State House for a lobby day in support of numerous climate-related bills. Between meetings with legislators, climate advocates gathered at noon at the Grand Staircase. There, they were greeted by Representative Joan Meschino (D-Hull), Representative Dan Sena (D-Acton), and Representative Steven Owens (D-Watertown), who shared remarks offering insight, encouragement, and appreciation for their advocacy efforts. In light of federal challenges to environmental efforts and the increasingly urgent need to strive for net zero . . . Read More