Senator Moore and Representative Paul K. Frost (R-Auburn) announced that Accelerated Media Technologies, Inc. of Auburn has been awarded a grant through the Workforce Training Fund. The Program is administered by the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development.
Sen. Moore Votes ‘Yes’ on Contraceptive Access Bill
Senator Moore announced that the Senate voted unanimously to enact legislation that protects access to contraceptives and helps provide quality, equitable healthcare in Massachusetts. The final bill reflects a collaborative approach between legislators, the Coalition for Choice, and a group of health insurance carriers.
Read moreLegislation to Relocate Liberty Bell Replica Receives Public Hearing
Pictured: Representative David K. Muradian, Jr. (R-Grafton); Former Northbridge Town Manager Theodore Kozak; Manuel Conceison; Senator Michael O. Moore (D-Millbury); Catherine and her husband George Warren
Senator Moore and Representative David K. Muradian, Jr. (R-Grafton) joined Northbridge resident George Warren to testify in support of legislation that would commission a feasibility study to relocate a replica of an iconic symbol of American independence—the Liberty Bell.
Read moreSenate Passes Legislation to Curb College Campus Sexual Violence
The Massachusetts State Senate took action to prevent sexual violence on college campuses by passing comprehensive legislation filed by Senator Moore to establish state-level policies for all higher education institutions in the Commonwealth.
Read moreSenator Moore's Halloween Safety Tips
Sen. Moore encourages trick-or-treaters to be careful when venturing for sweet treats this Halloween.
Read moreBlackstone Valley Chamber of Commerce Awarded Skills Capital Grant
The Central Massachusetts Center for Business and Enterprise, which is coordinated by the Blackstone Valley Chamber of Commerce, has been awarded a Massachusetts Skills Capital Program Grant to support manufacturing educational opportunities in the Blackstone Valley.
Read moreSenate Restores Funding for Lake Singletary Weed Abatement
Senator Moore announced that the Senate restored $30K to the Fiscal Year 2018 budget for weed control efforts at Lake Singletary located in in the towns of Millbury and Sutton. The funds had been part of $320.6M vetoed by Governor Baker earlier this year.
Read moreMoore, Kane Announce Workforce Training Grant Awarded to Shrewsbury’s TriStar Plastics Corporation
Senator Moore and Representative Hannah E. Kane (R-Shrewsbury) announced that TriStar Plastics Corporation of Shrewsbury has been awarded a grant through the Workforce Training Fund. The Program is administered by the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development.
Read moreSen. Moore Statement on Informational Hearing Regarding Bump Stocks and Related Firearm Accessories
Statement by Sen. Moore regarding an informational hearing held to provide members of the public and stakeholders the opportunity to weigh-in on language passed by the House of Representatives and Senate relative to so-called “bump-stocks” and “trigger cranks.”
Read moreMass. lawmakers concerned about ‘unaccounted for’ sex offenders
After a report from the state auditor found that nearly 1,800 sex offenders lacked a current address in the Sex Offender Registry Board’s database and more than 900 sex offenders had not been classified regarding their risk of re-offending, a legislative committee led by two Central Massachusetts lawmakers announced it plans to hold a hearing on SORB. Article by Susan Spencer as published by the Worcester Telegram & Gazette.
Read moreHigher Education Committee Advances Accountability Measure
Senator Moore announced that the Joint Committee on Higher Education advanced legislation that would require training for public college and university boards of trustees. The bill, filed by the Inspector General, would help ensure that trustees understand their legal, fiduciary and ethical obligations under the law.
Read moreOfficer Tarentino Honored at State House
Auburn Police Det. Sgt. Scott Mills, Father Jonathan Slavinskas, Senator Michael O. Moore, Auburn Police Lt. Todd Lemon, and the Tarentino Family.
Senator Moore and Representative Paul K. Frost (R-Auburn) welcomed the family and colleagues of fallen Auburn Police Officer Ronald Tarentino, Jr. to the State House for the Trooper George L. Hanna Memorial Awards for Bravery ceremony. Officer Tarentino was selected by a nominating committee for the highest level of recognition—the Medal of Honor.
Read moreSen. Moore Supports Bill to Protect State, Municipal Workers
Senator Moore announced that the Senate unanimously passed legislation that provides all state and municipal workers with the same protections provided under the federal Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
Read moreSen. Moore, Rep. Naughton Signal Review of Sex Offender Registry Board Practices
In response to a report issued last week by State Auditor Suzanne Bump, Senator Moore and Representative Harold P. Naughton (D-Clinton) are considering a legislative review of policies and procedures utilized by the Sex Offender Registry Board SORB.
Read moreSenate Restores Funding for Education, Public Health, Other Statewide Services
Senator Moore announced that the Senate restored $24.9M to the Fiscal Year 2018 budget, overriding 26 of Governor Baker’s line-item vetoes, which totaled $320.6M. These veto overrides bolster valuable programs for children, families and vulnerable residents across the Commonwealth.
Read moreMoore, Muradian Attend Grafton Police Pinning Ceremony
Pictured (L-R) Top Row: Senator Michael O. Moore (D-Millbury), Chief Normand Crepeau Jr., Sergeant Liam O’Rourke, Sergeant James Crosby, Retired Officer James Barth, Representative David K. Muradian, Jr. (R-Grafton). Bottom Row: Officer Jensen Plotkin, Lieutenant Neil Minardi, Officer David Spellman.
Senator Moore and Representative David K. Muradian, Jr. (R-Grafton) attended the recent pinning ceremony for newly-appointed and promoted officers of the Grafton Police Department.
Read moreSenate Releases ‘MassMoves’ Report
Sen. Moore announced that the Senate released a report highlighting residents’ priorities for a forward-thinking 21st century vision for the Commonwealth’s transportation system. The Senate launched the so-called “MassMoves” initiative as part of the Commonwealth Conversations Tour to collect feedback from residents to help envision a better transportation system across Massachusetts.
Read moreSen. Moore Announces Sustainability Grants Awarded to Area Communities
Senator Moore announced that the Towns of Auburn, Grafton, Shrewsbury, Upton and the City of Worcester have been awarded grants through the Recycling Dividends Program coordinated by the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection.
Read moreState lawmaker dismayed by state’s remedy to backlog
Follow-up article by Brian Lee in the Worcester Telegram & Gazette regarding Senator Moore's efforts to address massive backlogs with Registry of Motor Vehicle road tests.
Read moreSen. Moore, Rep. Muradian Announce Upton DPW Bill Signed Into Law
Senator Moore and Representative David K. Muradian, Jr. (R-Grafton) recently announced that House Bill 3726, An Act relative to the employment contract for the Director of Public Works in the Town of Upton, was signed into law by the Governor.
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