Senator Collins Calls for Extension of Harborwalk at Reserve Channel

Secures $1 million for transportation improvements in supplemental budget State Senator Nick Collins secured key transit, roadway and parkway investments for the First Suffolk District as part of the Commonwealth’s Supplemental Budget. These funds are earmarked for crucial transportation improvements that will improve daily life for the people of South Boston. “This funding gives us … Read more

It’s the Law: Boston’s Waterfront Belongs to Everyone

Boston’s spirit has always been shaped by its waterfront. Since our founding, it has been a place of commerce, resilience, and reinvention. From the patriots who emptied crates of tea into its waters in 1773 to the launch of the USS Constitution at the Charlestown Navy Yard, the harbor is not only our connection to … Read more

Senator Collins Reappointed to Beaches Commission

BOSTON, MA (4/14/25) — Senator Nick Collins has been reappointed to the Metropolitan Beaches Commission (MBC), a special commission established by the Massachusetts Legislature to strengthen and support the region’s public beaches. “Making sure we invest in our public parks and beaches is essential—not just for today, but for future generations,” said Senator Collins. “The … Read more

April Legislative Update

Dear friends- As we close out the 193rd session of the Massachusetts General Court, I want to share the progress we have made. With your support, we tackled some of the most challenging and pressing matters facing our Commonwealth. While there is more still to come in the upcoming legislative session, please take a moment … Read more

Senator Collins: Massachusetts Taxpayers Will See Statewide Tax Relief This Filing Season

(BOSTON–04/07/2025) Last session, the Massachusetts Legislature passed, and Governor Healey signed into law, a historic tax relief bill aimed at lowering costs for working families, homeowners, renters and the Commonwealth’s seniors, among others. Residents can expect to see the effects of this tax relief package as they file their taxes for tax year 2024. “This tax season, … Read more

Collins Votes to Extend Hybrid Public Meeting Law to 2027, Calls for Guaranteed Public Comment

(BOSTON—3/26/2025) Recently, the Massachusetts Legislature passed legislation to extend the hybrid public meeting option, allowing cities and towns to offer remote participation through June 2027. The extension applies to public bodies and representative town meetings. Hybrid meetings enable more civic participation by residents who otherwise might have limited access to public meetings. “Extending hybrid public … Read more

Senator Nick Collins Appointed to Massachusetts-Ireland Trade Commission

BOSTON, MA – 3/18/25– Senator Nick Collins has been appointed to the Massachusetts-Ireland Trade Commission, a body dedicated to evaluating the economic interests of, and reviewing ways to strengthen the relationship between, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and the Republic of Ireland. The Commission will focus on bilateral trade and investments, policy issues, business and academic … Read more

Senator Collins Votes to Broaden Public Access to Senate Operations

(BOSTON—2/17/2025) Last week, the Massachusetts Senate approved rules proposals for the 194th General Court that would increase transparency and public accessibility. The Senate’s rules proposals for the 2025-2026 session aim to create a transparent and efficient Legislature that meets our current moment. These proposals will build on the Senate’s commitment to transparency and create a … Read more

Senator Nick Collins appoints Haley Walsh to Chinatown Trust Fund Committee Board

Senator Nick Collins has appointed Haley Walsh to his seat on the Chinatown Trust Fund Committee (CTFC). Established through legislation in Chapter 443 of the Acts of 1990, the Chinatown Trust Fund Committee was organized to make grants using development linkage funds to community-based organizations in and serving the community of Chinatown in Boston. As … Read more