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FROM THE OFFICE OF
SENATOR JOAN B. LOVELY
2nd Essex District
Beverly, Danvers, Peabody, Salem, and Topsfield
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Connect with me on SenatorJoanLovely.com
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Here's a brief summary of the information in each of the website's sections. I hope you can take an opportunity to visit the site and explore its helpful resources!
About Joan: Biographical information.
Second Essex District: A list of communities within the district and city/town hall contact information.
Legislation & Committees: A resource to connect you with my sponsored bills and links to see the latest actions taken by the seven committees I serve on.
Constituent Services: Information on how my office might be able to help District residents with their issues.
Joan in the News: Media articles that cover my work in the Senate.
Op-Eds & Press Releases: Official communications from my Senate office.
Blog: News and events affecting those in the District.
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Topsfield Fair
I participated in the opening weekend festivities of the Topsfield Fair with other elected officials. Great to see so many people while walking in the grand parade.
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Senate Passes Supplemental Budget
This past month, the Senate approved a $94.6 million supplemental budget for the state. The budget included $13 million to fund emergency homeless shelters and $20 million to provide low-income heating assistance. The House and Senate enacted the supplemental budget on October 24th and the Governor signed the bill on October 29th.
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"Salute to Excellence" Ceremony
On October 18th, I spoke about the importance of fighting the stigma that often accompanies mental health issues at the Association for Behavioral Healthcare's "Salute to Excellence" ceremony.
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As Vice-Chair of the Comittee on Veterans and Federal Affairs, I'm pleased to announce that the Senate unanimously passed An Act relative to veterans’ allowances, labor, outreach, and recognition (the VALOR Act II). The VALOR Act II incorporates many proposals from legislators and veterans into one bill that strives to better recognize and honor those who have served our country. For more details on the specific provisions within the VALOR Act II, I encourage you to read my press release.
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An Act ensuring the safety of people with pets in disasters
On October 10th, the same day the Senate passed the Valor Act II, the Senate also voted to engross a bill I co-sponsored, S.1172: "An Act ensuring the safety of people with pets in disasters". As a legislator and pet owner, I proudly supported this bill, which will have emergency evacuation plans include strategies to support those with pets and service animals.
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Northshore Education Consortium Visit
I visited the Northshore Education Consortium in Beverly with Rep. Jerry Parisella to meet some students and learn more about the consortium's five programs located in Beverly, Peabody, and Salem.
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District Hours
Beverly City Hall, November 1st, 9:00AM-10:00AM
Danvers Town Hall, November 8th, 9:00AM-10:00AM
Peabody City Hall, November 15th, 9:00AM-10:00AM
Salem City Hall, November 22nd, 9:00AM-10:00AM
Topsfield Town Library, November 15th, 12:00PM-1:00PM
Please call (617) 722-1410 to schedule an appointment with my office.
Committee on State Administration & Regulatory Oversight Hearing
November 6th, 1:00PM-4:00PM
State House, Room B-2
The Committee on State Administration & Regulatory Oversight announced that it will hold a public hearing to consider S.1901: "An Act authorizing the secretary of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to convey and acquire certain parcels of land in the city of Beverly".
Energy Facilities Siting Board Hearing
November 6th, 7:00PM-9:00PM
Salem High School Auditorium
This is the third and final public hearing regarding the proposed underground cable replacement project in Salem.
Peabody Veteran's Day Concert
November 10th, 6:00PM-8:00PM
Peabody City Hall, Wiggin Auditorium
Join Mayor Edward Bettencourt as he hosts "We Are America--United We Stand", a musical tribute to America.
"Doing Business in the Commonwealth"
November 18th, 8:00AM-9:00AM
100 Cummings Center, Conference Room 221E
Rep. Jerry Parisella and I will host a small business discussion with speakers from Salem State University's Enterprise Center, the North Shore Economic Development Alliance, the Department of Revenue, and the Department of Housing & Community Development. If you're interested in attending, please call my office at (617) 722-1410 for more information.
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