Spilka, Wu end tax meeting without 'consensus,' senator says
WEB2 days ago · A summit between Mayor Michelle Wu, Senate President Karen Spilka, and others to discuss a controversial tax proposal ended without consensus, one senator present said.
Spilka hosts opposing camps on Wu’s property tax shift proposal
WEB3 days ago · THE TWO SIDES warring over Boston Mayor Michelle Wu’s property tax shift proposal huddled in Senate President Karen Spilka’s office Thursday afternoon, but emerged with no sign of an agreement. The property tax shift has been a top priority for the mayor, who filed the legislation earlier this year, saw it quickly clear the House, and then ...
In the News - Senate President Karen E. Spilka
WEBState senate leaders are proposing $20 million, the most financial assistance that Massachusetts Senate President Karen Spilka said she can ever recall to help local farmers who have suffered unfathomable damage in recent weeks. Spilka and Senator Edwards discuss tuition equity with El Mundo Boston.
Senate President Karen Spilka, Mayor Michelle Wu plan to discuss …
WEBSenate President Karen Spilka and Mayor Michelle Wu plan to meet Thursday afternoon to discuss a controversial proposal that would shift some of the property tax burden onto the city’s business ...
Press Room - Senate President Karen E. Spilka
WEBDemocrat Karen Spilka, the president of the Massachusetts State Senate, is spearheading the effort. In an interview with Inside Higher Ed, she said she believes MassEducate will encourage students who didn’t previously see college as a pathway to enroll.
Mass. Senate president sets her priorities for 2024. Here's what to ...
WEBDec 29, 2023 · Senate President Karen Spilka says she wants to “hit the ground running in 2024,” with a focus on bills that will make the state a more affordable place to live, work and raise a family. Here’s a look at some of the top items on her agenda.
Last minute legislation brings out tensions between House and …
WEBJul 30, 2024 · As the July 31 deadline for passing controversial bills nears, the comments from House Speaker Ron Mariano and Senate President Karen Spilka raise questions about the future of both a Senate-backed bid to bring overdose prevention centers to Massachusetts and a property tax plan from Boston Mayor Michelle Wu.
Spilka embraces free community college, juvenile jurisdiction reform - WBUR
WEBApr 22, 2024 · Signaling the potential for more change in the transportation and energy sectors, Senate President Karen Spilka revealed Monday that the Senate plans to tackle a major climate bill before...
Dem state senators squeeze fundraiser into final day of ... - WBUR
WEBJul 31, 2024 · The fundraiser invitation, obtained by the News Service, listed Senate President Karen Spilka of Ashland as the special guest. Most Senate Democrats are running uncontested in this year's...
Governor Healey Signs Bill Improving Access to High-Quality Care …
WEB3 days ago · Boston — Today, Governor Maura Healey, Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll, House Speaker Ronald J. Mariano, Senate President Karen E. Spilka, elected officials and advocates came together for a ceremonial signing of An Act to improve quality and oversight of long-term care, which improves oversight and standards at Long Term Care (LTC) and assisted living facilities to ensure that older adults ...