mtadmin Backs giving PAs expanded authority under Section 12 & 35 of State Public Health Law Senator Nick Collins, a member of the Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Abuse and Recovery, recently submitted testimony in support of legislation that would expand the authority of physician assistants to initiate psychiatric holds and petitions under state law. … Read more
Testifies before Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery in strong opposition to legislation legalizing such facilities Senator Nick Collins, representing the First Suffolk District and a member of the Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use, and Recovery, testified on Monday, September 15, in opposition, alongside residents of the South End, to … Read more
As the FY26 State Budget debate moves to its next phase, State Senator Nick Collins announced several major wins for public safety in the First Suffolk District, just as warmer weather draws larger crowds to trains, parks, and beaches across Boston. With a focus on keeping residents and visitors safe in transit hubs and public … Read more
Dear constituents, I hope this finds you well and enjoying the heart of summer here in Boston. As we reached the halfway point of 2025, I wanted to take a moment to share an update on what we’ve been working on, both up on Beacon Hill and right here in our neighborhoods. From budget votes … Read more
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
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
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
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
(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
(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