I was happy to host the South Shore Realtors Association in the State House again this year for Realtor Day on Beacon Hill. It was great speaking with them about the issues we are facing with housing in the Commonwealth and the important role realtors play in getting people into housing

Men's mental health struggles are often swept under the rug, and Men's Mental Health Awareness Month reminds us how important it is to break the silence & normalize asking for help. Your mental health matters, and there are resources available if you need them namimass.org/resources-fo...

Yesterday we christened the new Quincy ferry “The Abigail Adams” named by students from Atherton Hough! The Marina Bay Ferry is a great way to get into the city and I encourage everyone to take a trip on the Abigail Adams!

I join with so many in mourning the passing of my former classmate Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark, and offer condolences to their children and family

Our local tourism industry relies heavily on Canadian visitors, and the drop in trips from Canada to Boston could have a noticeable impact on our economy. That’s why I filed an amendment to the budget that seeks to find solutions to this troubling pattern www.bostonglobe.com/2025/06/15/b...

The housing crisis requires an all hands on deck approach, and the Supportive Housing Awards announced today are an important part of making housing more accessible in Massachusetts. These funds will create over 200 new housing units for low income people, including 24 in Quincy

Attention Red Line riders: service between Braintree & JFK/UMass will be replaced with free shuttle & Commuter Rail service the weekends of May 31 – June 1 & June 14 – 15. Please plan accordingly

ICE tactics include intimidation, even of citizens. I know firsthand after a recent interaction I had with ICE in Quincy. I will be will oppose and speak out against any amendment requiring local police to assist ICE. #MAPoli malegislature.gov/Events/Sessi...

ICYMI: Weekend service is returning for the @mbta.com ferry system, including Quincy's boat. I cannot recommend this enough for Boston area residents looking for a commuting alternative. Full schedule listed below:

Holbrook students never cease to amaze me and those at this year's Law Day ceremony were no exception. Thank you to the Norfolk County Juvenile Court for hosting this great event- I'm certain many of these students will be back in the courtroom as future lawyers and judges!

I'm always encouraged when I meet young business owners in the district who are pursuing their dreams and adding to the fabric of our communities. It was great meeting Anthony Maldero, owner of the newly opened Hometown Barber in Hanover!

Recently the Elections Committee heard testimony on many bills, some seeking to lower the voting age and others to allow non-citizens to vote in municipal elections. Here are some details on the bills as well as my takeaways #mapoli

I agree. Travelers should not have to check their privacy alongside their luggage at the airport. That is why I joined my colleagues @senjeffmerkley.bsky.social and @senjohnkeenan.bsky.social in introducing the Traveler Privacy Protection Act this week.

As the needs, roles, & realities of law enforcement continue to change, regular conversations between police & law makers is so important. Thanks to the Plymouth County Chiefs of Police Association for bringing us all together this week.

A reflective afternoon in Quincy yesterday for Vietnam Veterans Day. These quiet moments invite us to consider the vastly different experiences, hardships, & sacrifices many have endured for their country.

Now more than ever, we need to support those living with neurodevelopmental conditions in a way that is compassionate & respectful. Thank you to the League School for Autism for the work you do and for bringing together legislators to discuss how we can help. #MAPoli

Congratulations Father Bill's in Quincy for being recognized by MA Clubhouse Coalition for your work empowering people recovering from mental health conditions transition back into the workforce. I was grateful to help recognize their work!

A belated congrats to my legislative director Emerson Gagnon, recently recognized by MACDC with a Legislative Staff Champion Award for his work establishing the Healthy Homes Program! This initiative offers reduced interest home improvement loans to low-income individuals

Toured the newly opened DeCristofaro Learning Center in Quincy yesterday with @edmarkey.bsky.social and Mayor Koch. This school has been a great resource for students with special needs, and it was great to hear from teachers about the great work they’re doing!

Always great when grants voted on in the budget end up helping communities in the Norfolk & Plymouth district, in this case a combined $40,893 from EOPSS & @massdfs.bsky.social to pay for a variety of new kinds of safety equipment. Learn more at: www.mass.gov/news/healey-...

Big thanks to BU Hockey and Team IMPACT for making sure BU superfan and Rockland native Logan Gatto could be their special guest in St. Louis. #FrozenFour www.bostonglobe.com/2025/04/10/s...

Big shoutout to the students from Quincy's Building Up Youth program, who came to the State House to discuss their generation being targeted by big tobacco and how we can improve access to health care for all. #MAPoli Learn more at: www.the84.org

It could be your child, spouse or partner. It could be your best friend. It could be you. Gambling addiction has crept into our lives & we need to take action against this reckless corporate greed. The 1st step is admitting we have a problem #MAPoli www.bostonglobe.com/2025/04/03/o...

Earlier this week I visited a newly opened overdose prevention center in RI, where staff are saving lives & helping people start recovery. Facilities like this are an essential tool in combatting the opioid epidemic & I hope the Legislature will permit them here in MA

Our first Election Laws Cmte meeting was last week. Lively discussion on bills to restore voting rights to incarcerated individuals actively trying to reintigrate into society. Thanks to all who joined us remotely & in person to share their stories & perspectives. #MAPoli

Don't let the house always win. We can hold these greedy companies responsible. They can pay their fair share without passing any cost to the consumer, and we can use the money to help those the companies targeted who are now living with addiction. #MAPoli www.boston.com/news/local-n...

Recently celebrated Student Gov't Day at the State House! Students from all over MA came to Boston to engage in simulated versions of the legislative process. Special thanks to Layla & Robert from Quincy High School Lillian & Amy from NQHS & Finely & Alana from Hanover High #MAPoli

As a former Senate Housing Committee Chair and current landlord, I have a unique perspective on broker's fees. Access to housing is difficult and expensive enough without having to burden tenants with these fees. Thanks to Rep. Tackey Chan for filing malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H335 #mapoli

What I hear is big corporations not wanting to pay their fair share & getting the consumers they've addicted to their products to fight their battles for them. Wealthy companies need to pay more to offset public health costs #MAPoli www.cbsnews.com/boston/news/...

What I hear is big corporations not wanting to pay their fair share & getting the consumers they've addicted to their products to fight their battles for them. Wealthy companies need to pay more to offset public health costs #MAPoli www.cbsnews.com/boston/news/...

A very big thank you to Rep. Nangle, Harry Levant, & Kenny Olson for sharing their personal stories of gambling addiction and thoughts on the emerging public health crisis. We need better regulation to protect the public #bettorhealthact #mapoli www.statehousenews.com/news/regulat...

Housing should be a right for all those living in Massachusetts but we still have a ways to go. Thank you to @nahronational.bsky.social for providing an opportunity to talk about this today & thanks to our local housing authorities for the work you do everyday. #MAPoli

As we work to make the Legislature more transparent, ensuring that we are subject to public records law is a no-brainer. Our constituents have a right to know what we're working on. #mapoli www.bostonglobe.com/2025/03/17/m...

John Oliver put it best on @lastweektonight.com "We put the most addictive behavior on the most addictive device. What could possibly go wrong?” We'll answer that question at the State House on 3/26, as we discuss legislative solutions & the toll gambling addiction has already taken #mapoli

Here’s last night’s story about sports betting, how ball is life, and other king shit: youtu.be/Pxvfy4qQRog?...

Eye care is critical but often overlooked. Thank you to the everyone from @necoboston.bsky.social who came to the State House for Optometry Day to raise awareness and discuss how we can improve access to care.

Big congrats to the BizarBots for their great showing at @universityofri.bsky.social last week! This robotics club has provided so many Holbrook students hands-on engineering and programming experiences and introduced them to the possibilities of STEM-based careers.

ICYMI: February's Senate Rules debate gave us another chance to push for improved efficiency and transparency in the Legislature. Read about the amendments that succeeded and the ones that didn't in my latest newsletter #mapoli conta.cc/4gYa8UB

Recovering from hip surgery meant I missed this great performance at the State House. Even if I got all new hips and knees I know I couldn’t keep up with these talented young dancers! Thank you to Quincy's Forbes School of Irish Dance for the great performance!

I've been thinking a lot about a friend from Ukraine. What she has experienced is real, & so different from what we hear from the White House. It's imperative we listen to real personal experiences - that's where the truth can be found. Here are my thoughts: #mapoli #slavaukraini

ICYMI: Reforms on sports betting regulations, increased access to mental health care, AND supports for organized labor. These are just a few of my high priority bills for the 194th Session. Read about more of them here on my website #mapoli senatorjohnkeenan.com/legislative-...

Legislative committees have been assigned, and I am once again serving as Senate Chair of the Joint Committee on Election Laws. Here are some details on what committee assignments mean, as well as my stances on important election issues #mapoli vimeo.com/1063311169?s...

ICYMI: We had a very busy January and haven't slowed down in February. Have a look at how we kicked off the 194th session and some of the things we're going to keep focusing on: conta.cc/4jQbeV2

Nearing the end of a tour of cable access stations around my district. Great hyper-local conversations about topics in each town & issues on Beacon Hill affecting our communities. Thanks to everyone for hosting us!

ICYMI: Thank you to my Senate colleagues who supported and passed my rules amendment to prevent legislators & family members from trading on information obtained through their work in the legislature. Personal financial gain must be as far from government & politics as possible #MAPoli

Great to see folks at our recent office hours in Abington. We talked about local infrastructure issues, SNAP benefits, and financial support for Abington Copes, a local substance misuse prevention group.

Though my suggestions to require in-person voting, more roll call votes, and fewer bill deadline extentions weren't added to the Senate rules I will continue to advocate for better efficiency, transparency here on Beacon Hill. #MAPoli vimeo.com/1058374487?s...

“Holy cow.” “Outrageous.” “Absolutely insane.” These are just some of the terms Massachusetts residents are using to describe their most recent heating bills. @miriamwasser.bsky.social breaks down why the cost has gone up:

Thank you to Braintree High School for asking me to participate in a conversation with students on leadership in civic engagement. A lot of young people are willing to step forward and we've got to do what we can to set them on the path towards making a difference!

Corporations love addictive products. We need to pay attention to what they're doing and what harms they're causing. Sports betting is no different. As the song goes: know when to hold em, know when to fold em. time.com/7209769/spor...