Category: In the News

As we look back on a productive legislative session, Rep. Stanley and his colleagues in the Massachusetts Legislature made substantial progress on key issues affecting residents statewide. Guided by a commitment to addressing the most pressing challenges, the Legislature delivered impactful solutions in areas such as affordability, health care, housing and climate resilience. Major Accomplishments of the Legislature: Historic Tax […]

BOSTON (11/14/2024) —Rep. Stanley joined his legislative colleagues in the Massachusetts House of Representatives and Senate in passing a sweeping economic development bill that authorizes a nearly $4 billion infusion into the Commonwealth’s economy while making wide-ranging policy changes to make Massachusetts more competitive. The bold investments in H.5100, An Act relative to strengthening Massachusetts’ economic leadership, will stimulate new and […]

(BOSTON—11/14/2024) Rep. Stanley joined his legislative colleagues in the Massachusetts House of Representatives and Seante in passed passing climate legislation to empower the state’s fight against climate change and accelerate progress towards the state’s goals of net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.   S.2967, An Act Promoting a Clean Energy Grid, Advancing Equity, and Protecting Ratepayers, reforms the siting […]

Massachusetts Assisted Living Association (Mass-ALA) hosted its statewide 2024 Annual Conference and Tradeshow: Envisioning & Advancing Together on October 24 at the Boston Marriott Newton. The conference honored Rep. Thomas M. Stanley (9th Middlesex), Chair of the House Committee on Elder Affairs, with Mass-ALA’s Policymaker of the Year Award. It will also feature keynote speakers Dr. Michal A. Cadore, Sr., […]

The Massachusetts State Association of PACE Programs (MassPACE) has recognized Rep. Stanley as a 2024 State Champion for his leadership and commitment to elder care. He joins Elder Affairs Co-Chair Sen. Jehlen and her senior policy advisor, Vicki Halal, in receiving this honor. Rep. Stanley expressed his gratitude to MassPACE Executive Director Jennifer Maynard and Board President Kristine Bostek, Senior […]

Rep. Stanley and his colleagues passed a bill that will allow the Commonwealth to more effectively compete for federal funding that could be invested in transformative projects related to transportation, housing, climate, economic development, and technology. The legislation takes advantage of the interest accrued from the Commonwealth’s Stabilization Fund and leverages that interest to ensure the state receives the maximum […]

At a ceremony held on October 17 in Plymouth, Rep. Stanley was recognized with the Massachusetts Police Association’s Legislator of the Year Award. In his remarks, Rep. Stanley expressed deep gratitude for the honor and for the daily sacrifices of law enforcement officers across the Commonwealth. He emphasized their crucial role in serving as community leaders and mentors for the […]

Rep. Stanley and the Massachusetts Legislature passed a supplemental budget that ratifies 38 collective bargaining agreements and directs funding to the health and human services workforce, childcare assistance programs, community services, and initiatives vital to the wellbeing of Massachusetts residents. The legislation directs funding to deficiencies outlined by the Healey-Driscoll Administration and makes numerous clarifications to state policies to cut […]