Budget delivers municipal relief through investments in public safety and community programs. For Immediate Release: 5.22.26 BOSTON – On May 21, the Senate approved a $63.37 billion fiscal year 2027 budget that incorporates 14 amendments filed by Senator John F. Keenan to provide critical funding for initiatives and programs throughout the Norfolk and Plymouth District, as well as resources supporting individuals throughout the Commonwealth. “The financial needs of the tow

BOSTON— On April 9, the Massachusetts Senate approved legislation that will provide $750,000 in education and transportation investments in the Norfolk and Plymouth District. “I am pleased to help the municipalities I represent realize these projects with this funding,” said Senator John F. Keenan. “Throughout the year, when I meet with constituents and municipal leaders, I take note of their needs and requests. This supplemental budget presented a great opportunity to get mo

The Bettor Health Act, Senator John F. Keenan’s (D-Quincy) bill to improve regulations surrounding sports betting, overcame a significant legislative hurdle on March 6. The bill received a favorable report from the Joint Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies and was referred to the Senate Committee on Ways and Means. Senate leadership will determine whether and when to bring the bill before the Senate. The Bettor Health Act addresses specific public-

Bill requires drivers to slow down, move over for utility workers and vehicle breakdowns Contact: Magnolia McComish, Office of Senator John F. Keenan 10.22.25 magnolia.mccomish@masenate.gov | (617) 722-1494 For Immediate Release BOSTON— On October 16, the Massachusetts Senate approved legislation improving the safety of drivers and telecom, gas, and electric utility workers with an expansion of the Commonwealth’s Move Over law. The addition of Senator John F. Keenan’s amendm