This is an unofficial version of Commonwealth regulations and is posted here for the convenience of the public. It is not an official statement of the regulations.| Mass.gov
Reforms will cut environmental review times from 1+ years to 30 days for housing projects to expedite housing and bring down costs| Mass.gov
MassDOT is replacing eight bridges at the I-90/I-95 (Route 128) interchange on the Newton/Weston border.| Mass.gov
Hopkinton State Park has a little bit of everything: 1500 acres of forest crisscrossed by more than 10 miles of hiking trails, two seasonal swimming beaches staffed seasonally by lifeguards, a variety of sunny and shaded picnic areas, and the historic earthen dam offering some of the best views in the park year-round. Hopkinton is one of the most-visited parks in the Central Region, featuring hundreds of picnic tables and stationary charcoal grills in first-come-first-served picnic areas, as ...| Mass.gov
Explore maps & data about Environmental Justice (EJ) neighborhoods in Massachusetts.| Mass.gov
This document provides guidance on the use and care of indoor plants in schools and office buildings to protect indoor air quality (IAQ).| Mass.gov
This page contains information on the status of the Department of Energy Resources' 2023-25 review of the SMART program.| Mass.gov
Swim and camp at one of the most popular beaches in Massachusetts. Located at the western end of Buzzard's Bay, the 2-mile long beach is also great for bird watching.| Mass.gov
BOSTON — Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell today announced that she and a coalition of 23 attorneys general and two governors prevailed in preserving funding for AmeriCorps, the federal agency for national service and volunteerism. The White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) agreed to release over $184 million in funding to AmeriCorps service programs across the country. OMB’s attempted cuts threatened the survival of those programs and the well-being of those...| Mass.gov
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MBTA’s Track Improvement Program removed 220+ speed restrictions and replaced 250,000+ feet of rail, saving riders 2.4 million minutes every weekday and generating $1 million per day in economic benefits| Mass.gov
Boston — Today, Governor Maura Healey signed the updated Shield Law to strengthen protections for patients and providers. The new law prevents the disclosure of sensitive data, such as a physician’s name, and formally establishes that abortions are to be provided in emergencies due to medical necessity. Additionally, the law prohibits Massachusetts state or local authorities from cooperating with any federal or out-of-state investigation into health care services that are legally protecte...| Mass.gov
The Massachusetts Live Theater Tax Credit Program aims to encourage local economic activity and support the state's arts and culture ecosystem as well as strengthen Massachusetts' reputation as a hub for theatrical production.| Mass.gov
Gain a deeper appreciation for Massachusetts wildlife by learning to identify animal tracks. Use MassWildlife’s track card to find out what’s been scampering through your backyard this winter.| Mass.gov
Get connected to a FREE trained quit coach by phone or online. Read about what 1-800-QUIT-NOW has to offer, including specialized support.| Mass.gov
You can apply for Paid Family or Medical Leave (PFML) for a variety of reasons, each of which has its own eligibility and approval process.| Mass.gov
If you work in Massachusetts and need to take Paid Family and Medical Leave, here's how you can begin your application.| Mass.gov
The Department of Industrial Accident (DIA) oversees the Massachusetts workers’ compensation system. We work to ensure that those involved have the resources needed to participate by assisting injured workers, employers, insurers, attorneys, and health care providers in following the Massachusetts workers’ compensation laws and regulations.| Mass.gov
20 AGs Sue to Stop Dismantling of Federal Agencies That Support Libraries, Museums, Minority-Owned Businesses, and Workers| Mass.gov
Coalition of 22 Attorneys General Challenge NIH Funding Cuts for Universities and Research Institutions| Mass.gov
State’s Nonprofit Retirement Plan Celebrates Enrollment Milestone| Mass.gov
Workers in Massachusetts have the right to take time off from work to take care of themselves and their families.| Mass.gov
Are you selling your home? You need a certificate of compliance from the local fire department that shows your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms meet the requirements for a sale or transfer.| Mass.gov
Boston — The Department of Public Health (DPH) today announced it has detected a novel strain of gonorrhea in a Massachusetts resident that showed reduced response to multiple antibiotics and another case with genetic markers that indicate a similar drug response. This is the first time that resistance or reduced response to five classes of antibiotics has been identified in gonorrhea in the United States.| Mass.gov
The project will replace two deteriorated bridge superstructures that carry vehicles and pedestrians over railtracks in Boston and Somerville, as well as improve transit, bicycle, and pedestrian accommodations.| Mass.gov
As the Trump Administration moves to limit access to adult education, Massachusetts is expanding support for 3,000 additional English learners and growing the workforce| Mass.gov
DOER demonstration program enabling cities and towns to adopt and amend general or zoning ordinances or by-laws to require new building construction or major renovation projects to be fossil fuel-free.| Mass.gov
Find ways to get to, protect, and enjoy the coast with tips from the Massachusetts Office of Coastal Zone Management (CZM).| Mass.gov
Laws, cases, and web sources on caregivers, guardianship, and conservatorship.| Mass.gov
Laws, cases and web sources on alimony law.| Mass.gov
Past and present guidelines, reports, forms, instructions, worksheets, and other related resources.| Mass.gov
With Order 20-80, the DPU will no longer allow cost recovery for gas infrastructure without proof that non-gas alternatives were considered or for the promotion of natural gas expansion| Mass.gov
The Community One Stop for Growth is a single application portal and collaborative review process of grant programs that make targeted investments based on a Development Continuum.| Mass.gov
Laws, cases, and web sources on zoning law in Massachusetts.| Mass.gov
Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing (Board) protects the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of the Commonwealth through the fair and consistent application of the statutes and regulations that govern nursing practice and nursing education.| Mass.gov
If you have a nursing license in another state, you have to submit an application by reciprocity to get licensed in Massachusetts.| Mass.gov
DPH keeps people healthy and communities strong.| Mass.gov
The Department of Energy Resources’ mission is to create a clean, affordable, resilient, and equitable energy future for all in the Commonwealth.| Mass.gov
Competitive grant program open to designated Housing Choice Communities. Grants fund various improvements in those communities that have shown commitment to advancing sustainable housing production.| Mass.gov
Competitive grant program open to all Massachusetts municipalities, Regional Planning Agencies, and municipal entities. Grants will fund professional services to complete a variety of activities related to community planning.| Mass.gov
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH), Office of Local and Regional Health (OLRH), launched the Massachusetts Municipal Public Health Shared Services grant program in January 2020 with funding from the FY2020 state budget.| Mass.gov
Boston — Today, Governor Maura Healey and Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll joined state legislators and animal advocates to ceremonially sign H4919, An Act to increase kennel safety AKA Ollie’s Law. This legislation updates licensure and regulation of kennels and other pet boarding facilities to keep animals in their care safe.| Mass.gov
Section 8 of Chapter 150 of the Acts of 2024 allows accessory dwelling units — or ADUs — under 900 square feet to be built by-right in single-family zoning districts.| Mass.gov
Formal probate matters are usually heard by a judge, and there may be one or more court hearings. Find out how to file a formal probate for an estate and what forms you'll need.| Mass.gov
Learn about minimum wage laws, apply for a waiver, or file a complaint here. Minimum Wage Hotline: (617) 626-6951| Mass.gov
Alewife Brook Reservation | www.mass.gov
DCR manages state parks and oversees more than 450,000 acres throughout Massachusetts. It protects, promotes, and enhances the state’s natural, cultural, and recreational resources.| Mass.gov
Ames Nowell State Park | www.mass.gov
The Department of Conservation and Recreation is steward of one of the largest state parks systems in the country. Its 450,000 acres is made up of forests, parks, greenways, historic sites and landscapes, seashores, lakes, ponds, reservoirs and watersheds.| Mass.gov
Read more about the Affordable Homes Act, the most ambitious legislation in state history that will tackle rising housing prices in Massachusetts.| Mass.gov
The Supreme Judicial Court is the Commonwealth's highest appellate court.| Mass.gov
New Report Finds Consumers Continue to Lose Millions of Dollars from Contracts with Suppliers and That Consumers in Low-Income Communities, Communities of Color and Gateway Communities Are Disproportionately Harmed| Mass.gov
The Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) provides monthly C3 grants to support early education and care providers’ day-to-day operational and workforce costs.| Mass.gov
$1 billion in tax cuts includes savings for seniors, businesses, renters, and the most generous Child and Family Tax Credit in the country| Mass.gov
Waste bans boost recycling and support the recycling industry, which contributes thousands of jobs and millions of dollars to the Massachusetts economy. By cutting down on disposal, the waste bans also help us capture valuable resources, save energy, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and lessen our reliance on landfills and incinerators.| Mass.gov
MassDEP regulations ban disposal of food and other organic wastes from businesses and institutions that generate more than one-half ton of these materials per week.| Mass.gov
