Updates from Jo

Want to hear a state-specific word that’s more profane than any in your mind at this very second? Surplus. Yes. Surplus, the word that’s currently being used to define the […]

Here are four inside truths about legislation making its way through the Massachusetts Legislature: The minute Massachusetts lawmakers file legislation, the real work begins to build momentum for [...]

DEAR JO, I read in the newspaper that gambling and marijuana revenue is pouring in. Employment in at least the eastern part of the state is very high so income tax […]

Tonight, I gathered in a large crowd of House members and advocates for a community bill signing to celebrate the successful passage of the conversion therapy ban. Rep. Kay Khan […]

I’m thrilled that the first piece of legislation I filed—the Cherish Act—will have an early hearing on April 30. (I’m pictured, above, a the State House kick off of the […]