mtadmin Senator Nick Collins chats with Sampan regarding his priorities for the Chinatown and AAPI community, including his part in securing funding for the Josiah Quincy Upper School and preserving the neighborhood’s history and culture. He also discusses bills such as S.1042 focusing on mental health, affordable housing, and the Mass Ready Act regarding environmental initiatives.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Brian Hurley Brian.Hurley@masenate.gov 617-722-1150 Files amendments to fund dedicated public safety patrols across South Boston and the First Suffolk Last week, Senator Nick Collins, as a member of the Senate Committee on Ways and Means, voted for a Fiscal Year 2027 budget that invests substantially in public health programs and improves … Read more
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Brian Hurley Brian.Hurley@masenate.gov 617-722-1150 Measures deliver targeted investments for coastal resilience, infrastructure, and community assets in Boston Last week, Senator Nick Collins secured several key amendments in the Senate’s passage of the Mass Ready Act, a major environmental bond bill focused on strengthening climate resilience, protecting natural resources, and supporting communities … Read more
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
Senator Collins discusses new public safety and police enforcement in the area of Mass and Cass in forms of legal and legislative approaches, as well as the steps needed to establish a ‘floating hospital’ to supplement treatment for those in the area dealing with drug overdose.
Senator Collins discusses Mayor Wu’s plans to raise commercial property tax amidst the rising residential property taxes for homeowners and renters in Boston, breaking down the effects of the Tax Shock bill on increasing tax exemptions and in reassessing valuation of Boston properties to be more equitable.
– Senator Collins touches on the role he plays and the work he does as State Senator amidst the changing landscape of federal and state politics, polarization, and constituent needs.
– Senator Collins habla en el rol y su función de Senador Estatal en un cambio ambiente político de políticos federal y estatal, polarización, y necesitas de las gentes (así como necesidades de la ciudadanía).