The Massachusetts House passed Mayor Wu's property tax bill, which may change Boston's tax rates, despite skepticism regarding its potential impact on businesses.

Massachusetts Governor Healey signs a $57.78 billion budget focusing on education, transportation, and disaster resilience while aiming for economic growth and fiscal responsibility.

Massachusetts Governor Healey signed the FutureTech Act, allocating $1.23 billion to modernize IT across state government, with extra funds for cybersecurity and AI investments.

The Supreme Judicial Court for Suffolk County launched an online database archiving single justice decisions, enhancing legal transparency and accessibility.

Massachusetts strengthens gun safety laws with a new bill targeting ghost guns, updating the ERPO, and implementing a real-time firearm registration system. The legislation also bans assault weapons and parts that increase lethality.

Massachusetts launches Summer EBT program providing $120 per child to eligible families for groceries during school break, with funds being added to existing EBT cards or new ones mailed by end of July.

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu is pregnant with her third child and will not take maternity leave, continuing her record of integrating motherhood with governance. She remains committed to the city and her work for families.

The Healey-Driscoll administration announced changes to Massachusetts' Emergency Assistance shelter prioritization and the management of safety-net sites, effective August 1, to address capacity and budgetary concerns.

Mayor Wu announces Asiah Wotring and Roberto Gomez as new neighborhood liaisons for Mattapan and East Boston to enhance community services and engagement.

The Healey-Driscoll Administration celebrates a $450 million EPA grant to accelerate heat pump adoption in New England, with focus on underserved communities.

Massachusetts state senators urge President Biden not to run in the 2024 election, citing concerns about his capabilities and the need for renewed energy in the Democratic Party.

Massachusetts lawmakers have agreed on a gun reform bill to address ghost guns and automatic weapon conversions, with added measures on licensing and public safety.

Boston launches the Ballots Behind Bars initiative, enhancing voting access and education for eligible incarcerated individuals at Suffolk County correctional facilities.