Senator Moore was recently appointed to serve on a Global Advisory Committee (GAC) to offer recommendations to the U. S. Attorney General on ways to address information sharing issues within the justice and public safety sectors.
Read moreSen. Moore Announces Senate Passage of Fiscal Year 2017 Budget
Senator Moore announced that the Senate passed its version of the Fiscal Year 2017 budget, investing in key areas related to local aid, education, children’s health and safety, housing, health and human services, workforce training and economic development. The $39.558 billion budget limits the use of one-time revenue sources and directs $211M to the state’s Stabilization Fund to continue to rebuild this financial safety net, an ongoing Senate priority.
Read moreSen. Moore Secures FY17 Budget Funding for Local Priorities
Senator Moore announced that the Senate passed its version of the Fiscal Year 2017 (FY17) state budget. The Senator provides details regarding how the budget directly impacts the Second Worcester District to support local projects and initiatives.
Read moreRoadside Drug Testing Amendment Adopted During Senate Budget Debate
BOSTON – During the Fiscal Year 2017 (FY17) Senate budget debate, Senator Michael O. Moore (D-Millbury) announced that the Senate adopted an amendment regarding roadside testing for drivers under the influence of drugs.
Read moreMoore, Fattman Secure Higher Education Amendments in Senate Budget
In addition to supporting increased investments to public colleges and universities in Massachusetts, Senator Moore and Senator Ryan C. Fattman (R-Webster) advocated for two important higher education amendments to the Fiscal Year 2017 (FY17) state budget that were unanimously adopted by the Senate.
Read moreState Senate Recesses in Memory of Officer Tarentino
At the motion of Senator Moore, the Massachusetts State Senate recessed budget debates in memory of Auburn Police Officer Ronald Tarentino, Jr. who was recently killed in the line of duty.
Read moreMoore, Frost Welcome Auburn High Students to State House
Pictured: Senator Moore discusses the historical significance of a circular conference table located in the center of the Senate Reading Room at the Massachusetts State House.
Senator Moore and State Representative Paul Frost (R-Auburn) welcomed students from Auburn High School to the Massachusetts State House. Students were accompanied by teachers Spencer Kennard and Vincent Benacchio from the Social Studies Department.
Read moreSen. Moore Presents United States Flag to the Town of Leicester
Senator Moore joined Leicester Police Chief James Hurley and Town Administrator Kevin Mizikar to present a United States flag to the Town of Leicester.
Read moreSen. Moore Announces Senate Passage of Bill to Ban Toxic Flame Retardants
Senator Moore announced that the Massachusetts Senate passed legislation to ban the sale of many home products containing identified dangerous flame retardant chemicals. The ban will extend to children’s products and home furnishings, including carpeting and bedding. The bill requires manufacturers to notify retailers of their products which contain these chemicals before the ban goes into effect.
Read moreSen. Moore Hosts Semiannual Firearm Safety Education Day
Photograph of May 2016 Participants - Courtesy of Gary Pray
Senator Moore organized his semiannual firearm safety and education day on Sunday, May 15, 2016. The event was made possible through the support of the Gun Owners’ Action League (GOAL), Kahr Arms and the Auburn Sportsman’s Club.
Read moreSenate Ways and Means Releases FY 2017 Budget Recommendations
Senator Moore joined colleagues who serve on the Senate Committee on Ways and Means to announce a $39.497 billion budget recommendation for Fiscal Year 2017. The budget recommends targeted investments in a variety of areas to build resilient children, families and communities to better position the Commonwealth for future success.
Read moreSen. Moore among those volunteering to replace Leicester's stolen flag
Sen. Moore took action to help assist the local Leicester community with replacing a stolen American flag.
Read moreSenate Passes Transgender Anti-Discrimination Legislation
Senator Moore announced that the Massachusetts Senate solidified its role as a civil rights leader in passing An Act Relative to Transgender Anti-Discrimination. This bill provides equal access to public places for every resident of the Commonwealth, regardless of gender identity.
Read moreEversource Should Cover WRTA Cleanup
Senator Moore and Representative Dan Donahue (D-Worcester) share their thoughts with the Worcester Business Journal about the decontamination of environmental hazards on property owned by the Worcester Regional Transit Authority (WRTA).
Read moreSen. Moore Announces Passage of Comprehensive Agricultural Bill
The Massachusetts Senate approved a comprehensive, omnibus agricultural package. The bill, entitled An Act to promote agriculture in the Commonwealth, provides opportunities and protections to current and prospective farmers throughout Massachusetts by increasing access and availability of locally grown food products, and investing in educational and agricultural programs to grow the industry.
Read moreSen. Moore Welcomes Worcester-Area Student Artists to State House
Senator Moore welcomed five student artists to the State House from Worcester-area colleges to unveil an art display inspired by landscapes and images of the Greater Worcester area.
Read moreSen. Moore to Participate in 2nd Annual Armed Forces Day
Senator Moore announced his participation in the 2nd Annual Armed Forces Day event organized by Representative Hannah Kane. The event, which honors all service men and women, active or retired, will take place at SAC Park, 438 Lake Street, Shrewsbury, on Saturday, May 21, 2016 from 9am-10:30am.
Read moreSen. Moore Announces Senate Passage of Omnibus Tobacco Use Prevention Bill
Senator Moore announced that the Massachusetts Senate passed an omnibus bill that seeks to reduce tobacco use and nicotine addiction among youth. Among other provisions, the legislation will prohibit the sale of all tobacco and nicotine delivery products to individuals under the age of 21.
Read moreSen. Moore Ushers Self-Storage Insurance Bill Through Senate
The Massachusetts State Senate passed legislation filed by Senator Moore regarding self-storage insurance. The bill, which received unanimous support, enables self-storage facilities to offer limited insurance policies for possessions placed in a self-storage unit.
Read moreSen. Moore Congratulates Upton Resident on Receiving Literature Award
Pictured: Robert Kilroy, Senator Moore, Julia and Debra Kilroy at the Massachusetts State House.
Senator Moore welcomed the Kilroy family from Upton to the State House to recognize the accomplishments of Julia Kilroy, who received an Honor Award for her participation in the 2016 Letters About Literature competition.
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