Senator Moore joined a bipartisan group of more than 70 lawmakers to request that Governor Charlie Baker assist state residents who are at risk of being impacted by federal funding shortfalls for the low-income heating assistance program known as the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). The program serves 160,000 households in the Commonwealth.
Read moreMoore, Muradian Announce State Funding to Benefit Upton State Forest
Pictured (L-R) Representative David Muradian, Senator Michael Moore, Agnita and William Knott and Lynn Paresky of the Bay State Trail Riders Association, Secretary Matthew Beaton of the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs and Commissioner Leo Roy of the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
Senator Moore and Representative David K. Muradian, Jr. (R-Grafton) announced that the Upton State Forest will benefit from state grant funding and partner contributions from the Bay State Trail Riders Association (BSTRA) to support trail repairs and improvements. The state funding was awarded through the Partnerships Matching Funds Program coordinated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR).
Read moreGov. Baker Signs Moore-Sponsored Bill to Support First Responders
Senator Moore (far right) with Governor Charlie Baker (center), Lt. Governor Karyn Polito (left), legislators and first responders in the Corner Office of the State House.
Senator Moore announced that Governor Charlie Baker signed legislation to ensure confidentiality for first responders when participating in peer support services following critical incidents. The bill passed the Senate and House of Representatives with unanimous support in December of last year.
Read moreMoore, LeBoeuf Announce Leicester Infrastructure Grant
Senator Moore and Representative David H.A. LeBoeuf (D-Worcester) announced that the Massachusetts Department of Transportation has awarded the Town of Leicester funding to assist with muti-modal and accessibility improvements. A total of $335,748 was awarded to the community through the Complete Streets Funding Program.
Read moreSen. Moore Announces Support for Bold Climate Legislation in 2019
Senator Moore announced that more than 80 state legislators have united in support of bold climate solutions in 2019. The statement signals considerable support for climate action in the upcoming legislative session.
Read moreMoore, Muradian Announce Passage of Upton Bill
Senator Moore and Representative David K. Muradian, Jr. (R-Grafton) announced that Governor Charlie Baker recently signed a bill into law relative to the Upton Town Manager. The bill, H.4989, was filed by both legislators in response to a vote taken by local residents during the Special Town Meeting on November 13, 2018.
Read moreSen. Moore Welcomes Jen Shannon to State House
Senator Moore with Jen Shannon of Stoneham in the Senate Chamber at the Massachusetts State House in Boston.
Senator Moore welcomed Jen Shannon of Stoneham to the State House as part of an office internship opportunity. Jen is interning within Senator Moore’s State House Office two days each week throughout the winter college break.
Read moreTaking Aim at Poaching
Senator Moore provides commentary regarding a bill he filed that would enhance wildlife protections and strengthen penalties against poaching in the Commonwealth. The bill passed the Senate unanimously earlier this year but has yet to receive full approval from the bicameral legislative body.
Read moreSenate Acts to Extend Unemployment Insurance for Locked-out Workers
Senator Moore announced that the Senate passed legislation to extend unemployment benefits for locked out National Grid workers for up to 26 additional weeks, or until National Grid workers are no longer locked out, whichever comes first. The benefits would be part of the existing unemployment insurance system.
Read moreMoore Backs Peer Counseling Bill in Wake of Worcester Fire
Article by State House News Service reporter Katie Lannnan discusses a Moore-sponsored bill that aims to ensure confidentiality protections for first responders who seek mental health services from a peer counselor.
Read moreMoore-Sponsored Bill to Support First Responders Passes Senate
Senator Moore announced that the Senate passed legislation to ensure confidentiality for first responders when participating in peer support services following critical incidents. The bill, which had already passed the Senate unanimously earlier this year, returned to the Chamber after an amendment was offered by the House of Representatives.
Read moreMA Senate Adjourns in Memory of Worcester Firefighter Roy
Senator Moore and Harriette L. Chandler (D-Worcester) announced that the Massachusetts State Senate adjourned today’s legislative session in memory of fallen Worcester Firefighter Christopher Roy.
Read moreSen. Moore to Review College Costs for Veterans
Senator Moore was appointed by Senate President Karen E. Spilka (D-Ashland) to serve on a Special Commission to study the cost and feasibility of exempting Massachusetts veterans from tuition, fees and associated costs of attending public colleges and universities in the Commonwealth.
Read moreSen. Moore Statement on Tragic Loss of Worcester Firefighter Christopher Roy
Statement by Sen. Moore regarding Firefighter Christopher Roy who passed away in the line of duty. Firefighter Roy was assigned to Ladder 4 at the Webster Square Fire Station in Worcester. At 3:58 in the morning of December 9, 2018, he responded to a 5-alarm house fire that claimed his life.
Read moreHighlight: Moore-Sponsored Legislative Initiatives
Senator Moore filed more than 80 bills during the current legislative session. Take a peek at several of the Senator’s priority bills that successfully passed the Senate.
Read moreSen. Moore Advocates for Tenant Representation on Local Housing Boards
Senator Moore submitted written testimony to the chairs of the Legislature’s Joint Committee on Housing in support of legislation that would establish procedures for tenant-appointed members of local housing authority boards.
Read moreSen. Moore Featured During Cyber Security Panel Discussion
Pictured (L-R): Sen. Michael O. Moore, Second Worcester District, Ron Ford, DHS Regional Cybersecurity Advisor, Rob Knake, Senior Fellow, Cyber Policy, Council on Foreign Relations, Hans Olson, Assistant Undersecretary for Homeland Security, Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Senator Moore recently participated in a panel discussion regarding the cyber security public policy landscape. The conversation focused on efforts underway in the Massachusetts State Senate to protect data privacy and to promote a uniform set of standards in the Commonwealth.
Read moreSen. Moore to Host “Politically Speaking” Radio Program
Senator Moore will take to the airwaves as host of a radio broadcast every first Saturday of the month. The program, titled “Politically Speaking,” will cover a broad range of politically-related topics.
Read moreInfo Session Highlights College Opportunities for Persons with Disabilities
Senator Moore and Representative James J. O’Day (D-14th Worcester District) are encouraging families to attend an upcoming information session regarding the Massachusetts Inclusive Concurrent Enrollment Initiative (MAICEI). The program supports students with disabilities to achieve their educational and career goals in a college environment.
Read moreFinancial Education and Security Workshop to be Held in Worcester
Senator Moore is highlighting a free workshop being presented by the Office of Economic Empowerment under the leadership of State Treasurer Deborah B. Goldberg, and in partnership with People’s United Bank. The event will highlight information about financial education and security, and discuss how local residents can protect themselves from fraud.
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