AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoBudget Push: The Massachusetts House passed a $63.41B FY27 budget, boosting support for families and municipalities while leaning on Fair Share surtax revenue—setting up a major fight over what comes next. Immigration Protections: The Senate advanced the PROTECT Act, with Senator Lydia Edwards filing equal protection and due process initiatives aimed at shielding immigrant communities and limiting state involvement in federal enforcement. Watchdog Win: The Massachusetts AG moved to allow an auditor lawsuit to proceed, ending a constitutional standoff and appointing special counsel for the auditor. Privacy Anxiety: A new survey finds Massachusetts among the states with the highest digital identity concerns, with AI-related privacy worries driving a sharp rise in searches. Local Culture: North Adams’ Studio 9 hosted a college music night, bringing together students from Williams, MCLA, and Bennington. Sports: The Sabres tied their series with a 3-2 Game 4 win over Montreal.
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