AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoState Politics: Massachusetts voters face a debate over Question 3, which would replace party primaries with an all-party contest and send the top two finishers to the general election. Supporters say it could open races to more competition; opponents warn it may favor well-funded candidates. State Government: An appeals court says the State Police chief can bar officers from taking time off around July 4, backing the department’s staffing policy. Technology Rules: Gov. Maura Healey is urging lawmakers to add AI safety and transparency requirements to a major economic development bill, as Massachusetts considers some of the nation’s toughest rules. Cost of Living: Healey is pressing utilities to issue customer refunds early, while winter heating assistance applications surge. Boston Fed President Susan Collins says another interest-rate hike remains possible before year-end. Local News: Somerville councilors are discussing how to implement a nonbinding vote for city divestment from Israel; meanwhile, a major fire damaged two businesses and injured two firefighters. Infrastructure: Massport has broken ground on a remote Logan Airport terminal in Braintree.
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