Happy Memorial Day weekend, everyone.
For many, Memorial Day weekend marks a kickoff to summer, however, while I hope everyone is able to enjoy this long weekend with loved ones and friends, I hope you take a moment to not only reflect on the sacrifices of those in the armed forces but also to celebrate the free and prosperous country that they helped defend. Remember to be safe this weekend as well.
Despite the long weekend ahead of us, it was quite busy on Beacon Hill all week long as the Senate debated the fiscal year 2025 budget. I am excited to share that I was able to secure local funding that will benefit our youth, seniors, veterans, public safety and municipalities. As a Western Massachusetts senator, I was proud to support many amendments and the Senate’s overall budget that were grounded in regional equity. It is critical that everything we do at the State House not only benefits the residents of the commonwealth living in the Boston area, but our state as a whole, including all of us right here in Western Massachusetts.
