mtadmin 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).
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