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Healey Signs Historic Budget Amid Safety and Cuts | New Bedford News
Governor Maura Healey just sealed a historic $63 billion state budget — the largest in Massachusetts history — just nine days into the new fiscal year, with zero vetoes despite the election-year buzz. No new taxes or fees, but major investments in education, teen safety, health coverage, and a $51 million boost to the rainy day fund. Key moves include beefing up special education transportation oversight, tackling wrong-way driving, and launching a panel to support young adults aging out of disability systems. Yet, there’s a sobering cut: 150 caseworker positions at the Department of…
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