mtadmin Nick Collins, “Seaport Growth Requires Climate Action,” Boston Guardian, April 17, 2026. Few neighborhoods in Boston have changed as quickly as the Seaport. What was once wide open is now one of the city’s most sought-after places to live and visit, a transformation I’ve seen firsthand over more than a decade representing this neighborhood. With … Read more
Source: Caught In Southie Originally published: April 8th 2026 Article Link Supplemental budget would increase local aid to cities and towns This week, Senator Nick Collins announced his support for a supplemental budget bill that delivers significant state aid to cities and towns, including targeted investments to support Boston and ease strained municipal budgets across … Read more
Legislation advances Walsh-Kennedy Commission recommendation This week, Senator Nick Collins celebrated the Senate’s passage of S.1646, An Act relative to violation of regulation regarding hot work processes, legislation aimed at strengthening oversight of hazardous “hot work” activities such as welding and other spark-producing construction work that can pose serious risks to firefighters, construction workers, and … Read more
Bill strengthens protections for pets and promotes responsible pet ownership statewide State Senator Nick Collins last week voted in favor of S.3014, An Act promoting pet equity, treatment, and safety, while serving as a member of the Massachusetts Joint Committee on Ways and Means. Too often, pet shops obtain animals from substandard breeding facilities commonly … Read more
Funding would also be set aside for a satellite campus at former Carney Hospital Site Senator Nick Collins, a member of the Joint Committee on Ways and Means, this week voted to advance Senate consideration of the BRIGHT Act, a major higher education infrastructure bill, while filing an amendment aimed at building a new facility … Read more
The Massachusetts Senate recently advanced a trio of bills focused on protecting consumers and expanding opportunity across the Commonwealth, headlined by major legislation strengthening fair housing protections. Together, the measures address discrimination in the housing market, bolster safeguards for car buyers, and modernize standards for the certified public accountant workforce. “We are hitting the ground … Read more
Measures address housing discrimination, auto buyer protections, and CPA workforce pathways Last week, Senator Nick Collins chaired a hearing of the Senate Committee on Ways and Means and voted to advance a trio of bills focused on consumer protection and professional licensure, moving the measures favorably out of committee and onto the Senate floor for … Read more
Legislation Ensures Early Dyslexia Screening So No Child Falls Behind Last week, the Massachusetts Senate passed legislation that supports young learners by ensuring reading instruction is rooted in proven, evidence-based practices. The bill creates new statewide standards for literacy education and assessment, offers professional development resources for educators, and offers flexible options and supplemental funding … Read more
Letter Calls on Executive Branch, Congressional Leaders to Take Action Ahead of Feb. 3 Deadline Senator Nick Collins sent a letter co-signed by 68 of his colleagues in the Massachusetts Legislature urging federal leaders to extend Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for the Haitian communities living in the United States. The letter was addressed to Department … Read more
With property tax abatement applications due by February 2, Senator Collins is urging residents to review their assessments and explore available tax relief options. As deadlines for tax relief options approach, Senator Collins wants to remind residents that filing for a property tax abatement is an important tool available to homeowners who believe their property … Read more