AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoGovernor’s Race: In their final debate, Gov. Maura Healey and Republican Mike Minogue sparred over energy costs, housing, State Police accountability and Flock license-plate cameras. Healey said the state is working on privacy safeguards; Minogue called for clear rules. Heating Bills: Healey declared an energy emergency, expanding heating aid to middle-income oil-heating households and increasing assistance for low-income families. She also urged utilities to issue ratepayer refunds ahead of schedule. Election Security: Suspicious mail has reached multiple Massachusetts officials’ offices, including the secretary of state’s elections office, as a wider federal investigation continues. Voting and Ballot Questions: Early voting begins Saturday, with voters preparing for nine ballot questions, including proposals on Election Day registration and the state’s 2024 gun law. ICE Oversight: Massachusetts lawmakers are seeking an independent probe of the Burlington ICE facility, while New England lawmakers made an unannounced visit amid detention concerns.
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