Massachusetts Dept. of Fish & Game

Working to protect & restore the Commonwealth’s abundant fisheries, wildlife, & habitats for all. See @MassEEA + Divisions @MassEcoRestore + @MassDMF

[Massachusetts Dept. of Fish & Game @MassDFG]

With @MassGovernor's leadership, we are charting the way to a future where both people and wildlife thrive! 🐋

[Governor Maura Healey @MassGovernor]

As the best state to live in, Massachusetts should be the best for all the creatures that live here! 🐢🦉🌱🦋

We’re taking nation-leading steps to protect plants and animals, preserve natural habitats, support farms and fishers, and help more people enjoy the great outdoors.

[Massachusetts Energy and Environmental Affairs @MassEEA]

Attention Massachusetts boaters: new safety requirements are now in effect! As of April 1, 2026, operators of motorboats born after January 1, 1989, must have a boater safety certificate.

Get more information and find an approved course at https://t.co/enrGVmOOOn

[Massachusetts Dept. of Fish & Game @MassDFG]

#JobOpportunity: We're hiring a Chief Biodiversity Officer! 🦋

You'll lead coordination across state government and work with partners to drive progress towards the Massachusetts Biodiversity Goals.

Apply today > https://t.co/A2bgIs4JFc

[Massachusetts Energy and Environmental Affairs @MassEEA]

From feeding families to lowering energy costs, @MassGovernor’s state budget invests big to deliver real benefits across Massachusetts.

[Governor Maura Healey @MassGovernor]

Those wishing to access resources or support the families of the Lily Jean should visit https://t.co/HtBiT0Ndcm.

[Massachusetts Dept. of Fish & Game @MassDFG]

DFG Commissioner Tom O’Shea, DMF Director Dan McKiernan, and their staff join Governor Healey in extending our deepest condolences to the family and friends of the crew members on the F/V Lily Jean, as well as the commercial fishing and Cape Ann communities.

[Governor Maura Healey @MassGovernor]

My statement with @MassLtGov on the Coast Guard suspending their search for the crew of the Lily Jean.

[Governor Maura Healey @MassGovernor]

My statement with @MassLtGov on the Coast Guard suspending their search for the crew of the Lily Jean.

[Massachusetts Energy and Environmental Affairs @MassEEA]

.@MassGovernor’s state budget invests where it matters most – protecting clean air, clean water, and the land people rely on every day!

[Governor Maura Healey @MassGovernor]

My statement on the sinking of the Lily Jean fishing vessel off the coast of Gloucester.

[Massachusetts Energy and Environmental Affairs @MassEEA]

Here ye, here ye! 📜

@MassGovernor will deliver her 2026 State of the Commonwealth Address on Thursday, January 22 at 7 PM. Tune in tomorrow at https://t.co/DjSGVahHjz.

[Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll @MassLtGov]

Counting down the days till @massgovernor’s third State of the Commonwealth Address!

Tune in at https://t.co/dSzwZJb5DI.

[Governor Maura Healey @MassGovernor]

On January 22, I'll deliver the 2026 State of the Commonwealth Address.

Since Day One, my top priority has been making life easier and more affordable for folks in Massachusetts. We've made real progress -- but we're not done yet.

Watch at https://t.co/LspXQ8Hp5F.

[Massachusetts Energy and Environmental Affairs @MassEEA]

The Mass Ready Act is a $3 billion down payment on our future with commonsense investments that will make our neighborhoods safer and more resilient, strengthening communities for generations to come. Learn more: https://t.co/oA4kOfplwq

[MassDEP @MassDEP]

We awarded more than $2 million in funding to restore & monitor salt marshes along the coastline today. These grants are the latest step in the Healey-Driscoll Administration’s work to promote resilience & support ecological restoration projects.
#SaltMarshRestoration #MassReady

[Massachusetts Dept. of Fish & Game @MassDFG]

Attend one of the public listening sessions:
🔸January 27 at 6 p.m. on Zoom
🔸January 28 at 6 p.m. in Westborough
🔸January 29 at 6 p.m. in Pittsfield
🔸February 2 at 6 p.m. in Bourne
🔸February 3 at 1 p.m. on Zoom

[Massachusetts Dept. of Fish & Game @MassDFG]

ANNOUNCEMENT: #MassWildlife is gathering public input on several opportunities to expand hunting access in Massachusetts, including Sunday hunting, hunting with crossbows, and minimum setback distances for hunting.

https://t.co/r08F1JFmxW

[Division of Ecological Restoration (DER) @MassEcoRestore]

Happy New Year from DER! As we look back at 2025, we're proud of accomplishments like 21 projects under construction, 86 acres of freshwater wetland habitat restored, & over 620 river miles reconnected! We're excited for what 2026 has in store 😊

[Massachusetts Dept. of Fish & Game @MassDFG]

“This represents the final phase of the Boston Harbor cleanup, which we collectively as citizens invested so much effort in over many years, and it has proven to be successful." (4/4)

[Massachusetts Dept. of Fish & Game @MassDFG]

Today in @GBHNews: For the first time in 100 years, Boston Harbor is poised to welcome back shellfish harvesting! 🦪

https://t.co/zzyf0wqBiA (1/4)

[Massachusetts Dept. of Fish & Game @MassDFG]

“It’s a great thing for the community. It’s a great thing for Massachusetts — because not all areas of the state are seeing a positive trend,” said DMF's Shellfish Program Leader Dr. Chrissy Petitpas. (3/4)