Happy Birthday to the U.S. Coast Guard

⚓Happy Birthday to the U.S. Coast Guard⚓

Today, we celebrate the founding of the United States Coast Guard, an institution that has stood watch over our shores and waterways for 235 years.

The men and women of the Coast Guard exemplify courage, commitment, and service—protecting lives, safeguarding commerce, and defending our environment. 

Their dedication strengthens our Commonwealth and our nation every day.

On this anniversary, we extend our gratitude and best wishes to all who serve, past and present.

Tax Free Weekend 2025

📢TAX-FREE WEEKEND 2025 | AUGUST 9TH & 10TH 📢

The sales tax holiday for 2025 will be held on Saturday, August 9 and Sunday, August 10. 

Most retail items of up to $2,500 will be exempt from the 6.25% sales tax. 

The following items are still taxable and do not qualify for the sales tax holiday exemption:

🛍Meals

🛍Motor vehicles

🛍Motorboats

🛍Telecommunications services

🛍Gas

🛍Steam

🛍Electricity

🛍Tobacco products

🛍Marijuana or marijuana products

🛍Alcoholic beverages, and

🛍Any single item whose price is more than $2,500.

For additional information: https://www.mass.gov/.../sales-tax-holiday-frequently...

In District Office Hours

 

Upcoming Constituent Services Office Hours for next week [August Week 2]  🗓️ ⬇️ 

Have a question or concern? Meet with a member of my staff in person.

Official points of contact so that my office can assist you:

📞 (617)-722-1600 

📧 Bruce.tarr@masenate.gov

Meet The Team Monday: Kelly Dillion

This Meet The Team Monday, we’re highlighting Kelly, one of the talented interns supporting our office and making a difference for constituents in our district. 

Thank you for sharing your enthusiasm, bright ideas, and passion with our team, Kelly!

2026 Budget Press Highlights

Throwback Thursday…on a Monday! 

It’s hard to believe it’s already been a month since the FY26 state budget became law. 

Here’s a look at some of the press coverage highlighting the funding I secured to support our communities and strengthen our district ⬇

Gloucester Daily Times: https://www.gloucestertimes.com/.../article_025e518c-e1ef...

Daily News of Newburyport: https://www.gloucestertimes.com/.../article_025e518c-e1ef...

The Cricket: https://www.thecricket.com/.../good-local-news-from-mas...

WHAV: https://whav.net/.../groveland-to-benefit-from-45000-in.../

This Week In The Chamber 8.4.25

Coming up this week in the Senate Chamber, the Senate will be holding informal Sessions on Monday, August 4th and Thursday, August 7th set to begin at 11 AM:

You can read a copy of the tentative agenda in advance online at the following location:

▶https://malegislature.gov/ClerksOffice/Senate/Agenda

To watch today's informal session LIVE, visit:

▶https://malegislature.gov/Events/Sessions/Detail/7511

Honoring Christopher J. Dailey

 

On Monday, July 28, 2025, I had the distinct honor of adjourning the Senate session in memory of Christopher J. Dailey of Gloucester.