Thursday, July 11, 2024
Action on S. 2856 Bond Bill
Tomorrow the Massachusetts State Senate will convene in a
full formal session at 11AM to consider action on S. 2856, An Act relative to
strengthening Massachusetts’ economic leadership.
This approximately $2.44 billion bond bill contains a wide
array of provisions designed to enhance community development, provide economic
opportunities, support local government, increase industry innovation, create
jobs, and promote economic reinvestment through the funding of infrastructure
improvements throughout our Commonwealth.
Senators have filed more than 523 proposed amendments to
modify the version of the bill which has been reported favorably by the Senate
Committee on Ways and Means for further action by the full Senate.
You can read the full text of the bill and the amendments here.
This week, the Senate will discuss the 2024 Economic
Development Bill, which makes investments to retain and strengthen key sectors
including small businesses, life sciences, climate technology, and more.
To watch LIVE, tune in here.
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