Massachusetts Legislature

Rule Changes

Passed enabling legislation in 2025

MBTA cameras began recording cars that block bus lanes and stops on the SL4 and SL5 routes on Oct. 1. The agency is mailing educational notices, not fines, during a three-month public education period.

Updated Oct 20

Rule Changes

As of October 2026: Negotiating energy legislation in conference committee

Healey declared an energy emergency on Oct. 5, signing an executive order to expand heating assistance and suspend a solar charge on electric bills. Heating oil is running about $6.12 a gallon, up nearly 75% from a year ago, and heating aid applications are up 70%.

Updated Oct 11

Rule Changes

As of September 2026: Passed Trusted Adults Act in July 2026

A former English teacher at Tyngsboro's Innovation Academy Charter School is accused of grooming a 14-year-old student starting in 2012. The lawsuit says he raped her repeatedly from 2015 to 2022. The victim, identified in court as Jane Jones No. 600, filed a civil suit on July 31 against teacher Ryan Deery and the school for negligence.

Updated Sep 3