Senator Mike Rush 🇺🇸

Majority Whip @MA_Senate. Proudly serving the people of the Norfolk/Suffolk District. @USNavy Commander. Iraq War Veteran #Results

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Yesterday we gathered with members of @MAWomensCaucus, @senatormikerush, @elliefund, and The Boston Breast Cancer Equity Coalition at the State House to kick off Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This event is part of the MCWL’s ongoing commitment to advancing women’s health and ensuring that the Commonwealth leads the way in addressing racial and gender disparities in care.

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[Senator Mike Rush 🇺🇸 @SenatorMikeRush]

Please enjoy the latest issue of the Rush Report

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Be Advised: Today @MayorWu declared a snow emergency in advance of the winter storm arriving tomorrow. Boston schools are closed tomorrow and a parking ban goes into effect tonight at 10 p.m. Residents who haven't should sign up for alerts at https://t.co/fRp1SwHDSo

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It was great to join my colleagues in the Walpole Delegation for a meeting with various local officials at Walpole High School. Always great to have opportunities to touch base on the best ways to serve the town!

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Had a great meeting today with @MassEOVS Secretary @IamJonSantiago to discuss priority legislation affecting our commonwealth's veterans!

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On Wednesday I presented a check for funding I secured in the annual State Budget to support Walker Therapeutic and Educational Programs, joining with @NorfolkSheriff Pat McDermott and Suffolk County Sheriff @stevenwtompkins at the Norfolk County Sheriff's Office in Dedham.

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Today I joined @wutrain @RobConsalvo and @WRBillyMac to testify on An Act Promoting Fare Equity which I file with Rep. Consalvo. This is an issue I have worked on since 2015, when constituents alerted me to the pricing disparity between the three commuter stops all in Boston

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Yesterday I joined my colleagues on the Joint Committee on Veterans Services and Federal Affairs to hear testimony from our veterans community on the Governor's Hero Act, as well as other legislation relative to veterans. Thank you to all those who attended and offered testimony.

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It was a privilege to co-host yesterday's Boston Delegation visit to the Emerald Necklace Conservancy alongside @WRBillyMac and @david_biele

This phenomenal organization is based in Curly House in Jamaica Plain. I am proud to have supported their mission with $250k funding.

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This week I swore in as a member of the Boston Commemoration Commission. It is a privilege to participate in this project.

[Gaston Electrical @GastonElec]

We'd like to thank State @SenatorMikeRush and Rep. @TedPhilips for visiting the Gaston #Prefabrication Shop today. Lots of great discussion on #Boston's construction market, workforce development, safety, innovation, and industry best practices. @IBEW103 @necaboston @universalhub

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It was great to attend the regular meeting of the Jamaica Plain Business and Professional Association yesterday!

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PSA: The $50 late registration fee for the upcoming Civil Service Exam for transit, municipal and state police has been waived. Applicants can apply by January 30th and only pay the regular $75 fee.

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[Senator Mike Rush 🇺🇸 @SenatorMikeRush]

Great to visit the prefabrication shop at Gaston Electrical with @TedPhilips on behalf of the Walpole delegation today!

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Today I joined my colleagues on the Senate Post Audit and Oversight Committee for 'Preparing For The Costs & Consequences Of Climate Change' an oversight hearing relative to our environment and climate. Thank you to all those who attended and provided testimony.

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It was great to join Representative Paul McMurtry for Dedham Council on Aging and Westwood Council on Aging Holiday luncheons. Happy holidays and best wishes to all!

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Today @WRBillyMac @RobConsalvo and I presented funding we secured in the FY 2024 state budget to the people at Rose's Bounty Food Pantry. Rose's Bounty is an incredible organization helping to fight food security in our district.

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@RobConsalvo and I recently took the opportunity to tour Catie's Closet, which works with schools in our district and beyond to provide kids with a safe, free place to acquire clothing, toiletries and other necessities.

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Today I joined State Representative John H. Rogers, local officials, Treasury officials and construction workers for a topping off ceremony of the Coakley Middle School in Norwood! It’s exciting to see how far the project has come.