News · MA
Healey announces free MBTA pilot for qualifying seniors
Elections and votingThe Massachusetts pilot would provide free MBTA service to seniors who meet its eligibility requirements.
The Ballot Massachusetts Policy DeskSep 27, 2026
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Legislation, budgets and ballot measures in Massachusetts
The Policy Desk covers the bills, budgets and ballot measures moving through Massachusetts, explained in plain language and sourced from public records.
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News · MA
Massachusetts governor proposes better postpartum care
Health careThe health care proposal follows the Lindsay Clancy trial but is not directly connected to an election or candidate race.
The Ballot Massachusetts Policy DeskSep 15, 2026
News · MA
Massachusetts 2026 primary results are not yet listed
Elections and votingA Google News listing identifies 2026 Massachusetts primary contests for Senate, governor and other offices but includes no results.
The Ballot Massachusetts Policy DeskSep 2, 2026
News · MA
Markey defeats Moulton in Massachusetts Senate primary
Elections and votingMarkey won the Massachusetts Democratic Senate primary over Moulton, settling the party’s nomination contest.
The Ballot Massachusetts Policy DeskSep 2, 2026
News · MA
Markey leads Moulton in Massachusetts Senate primary poll
Elections and votingA Massachusetts Senate primary poll places Markey well ahead of Moulton, offering an early snapshot rather than an election result.
The Ballot Massachusetts Policy DeskAug 31, 2026
Candidate profile · MA
William Francis Mr. Gates: U.S. Senate candidate profile
Elections and votingGates is a Democrat in the contested Massachusetts U.S. Senate election scheduled for Nov. 3, 2026.
The Ballot Massachusetts Policy DeskAug 25, 2026