Sen. Moore is spreading awareness to local farmers and farm-related businesses about the availability of low-interest loans through the Drought Emergency Loan Fund.
Read moreMoore, Muradian Advance Grafton State Police Museum Bill
Sen. Moore and Rep. Muradian announced the passage of legislation relative to the Massachusetts State Police Museum and Learning Center. The bill, which was filed by both legislators last year, secures ownership of property in the Town of Grafton as the permanent home for the Museum.
Read moreMoore, Muradian Testify in Support of Grafton Home Rule Bill
Senator Moore and Representative Muradian testified in support of legislation that would exempt certain Grafton Police Department positions from Civil Service.
Read moreSen. Moore Announces State Grant Funding to Support Arts & Culture
Senator Moore announced that the Massachusetts Cultural Council (MCC) has awarded grants to cultural organizations, schools and communities in the Second Worcester District totaling $163,700 in Fiscal Year 2017 (FY17).
Read moreSen. Moore on "The Primer" Podcast
Senator Moore joins host Mike Sweeney from "The Primer" to discuss the importance of public service, the Senator's professional background and community engagement efforts.
Read moreREAL ID Legislation Signed into Law
Senator Moore announced that a bill recently approved by the Legislature and signed into law by the Governor will bring Massachusetts into compliance with the Federal REAL ID Act of 2005.
Read moreLocal Residents Complete Summer Internships with Sen. Moore
Senator Moore expressed his appreciation to three residents of the Second Worcester District for completing summer internships in his State House Office.
Read moreMoore, Kane Advance Shrewsbury Open Space Legislation
Senator Mike Moore and Representative Hannah Kane ushered legislation through the Senate and House of Representatives that will expand open space opportunities in the Town of Shrewsbury.
Read moreMA Senate Passes Legislation to Curb College Campus Sexual Violence
Today, the Massachusetts State Senate took action to prevent sexual violence on college campuses by passing comprehensive legislation to codify and compliment federal requirements, and to establish new state-level policies for all higher education institutions in the Commonwealth.
Read moreAnti-Human Trafficking Bill Passes Senate
Senator Moore announced that the Senate passed legislation to strengthen existing anti-human trafficking laws. The bill seeks to impose increased protections for survivors of human trafficking while providing tools for public awareness, data reporting and training for law enforcement, court personnel, health professionals and educators.
Read moreSen. Moore Announces Passage of Strongest Pay Equity Statute in the Nation
Senator Moore announced that the Massachusetts Legislature passed a measure to ensure that men and women receive equitable compensation for comparable work. The legislation passed both chambers of the Legislature with unanimous support.
Read moreSen. Moore Advocates for Blackstone Valley Workforce Training Opportunity
Senator Moore successfully advocated for an amendment to an omnibus economic development bond bill to support infrastructure improvements for a higher education institution within the Blackstone Valley. The $300,000 provision was unanimously adopted as part of the final bill approved by the Senate.
Read moreMoore, Chandler Secure State Funding for Stearns Tavern Project
Photo courtesy of the Worcester Telegram & Gazette - Steve Lanava
In an ongoing effort to assist with the relocation and rehabilitation of Stearns Tavern in the City of Worcester, Senator Moore and Senate Majority Leader Harriette L. Chandler (D-Worcester) announced that $463,665 was included within an omnibus economic development bond bill to help bring the project to fruition.
Read moreSen. Moore Secures Amendment to Municipal Modernization Bill
An amendment filed by Senator Moore was unanimously adopted as part of an omnibus municipal modernization bill debated in the Senate. The amendment, which received unanimous support, would help reduce vacancies on housing-related boards in the Commonwealth.
Read moreSenate Passes Bill to Restrict Credit Checks in Hiring
Senator Moore announced that the State Senate unanimously approved a bill to restrict the use of credit reports in hiring and promotions. The original bill was co-sponsored by twenty legislators including Senator Moore.
Read moreVeterans’ HOME Act Signed Into Law
Information regarding H.4285, An Act relative to housing, operations, military service, and enrichment, which passed the Legislature and enhances programs for veterans in the Commonwealth.
Read moreSen. Moore Announces Senate Passage of Omnibus Energy Bill
Senator Moore announced that the Massachusetts State Senate voted to engross an omnibus energy bill to diversify the state’s energy portfolio. The legislation would procure additional clean energy resources to replace aging power plants that are going offline, and move the Commonwealth closer to its emissions reduction goals under the Global Warming Solutions Act.
Read moreSen. Moore Highlights Availability of Mobile Emergency Alert Application
The Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) has developed a free application for smartphones known as ‘Massachusetts Alerts,’ which keeps residents informed of emergencies in their area through public safety notifications.
Read moreSenate Passes Solid Waste Recycling Bill
Senator Moore announced that the Massachusetts Senate passed legislation to develop and achieve performance standards for solid waste recycling, promoting a healthy and sustainable Commonwealth.
Read moreSenate Passes Bill to Protect Puppies and Kittens
Senator Moore announced that the Massachusetts Senate unanimously passed legislation to improve several areas of current law dealing with the sale and treatment of dogs and cats. The bill helps to ensure that puppies and kittens are bred and sold in safe and healthy environments and strengthens the Commonwealth’s “Puppy Lemon Law” to give pet owners more options if they unknowingly purchase a sick pet.
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