In response to Wednesday's SJC decision, which found that taking pictures under females skirts did not amount to a crime if there was no nudity, the legislature quickly approved language which would clarify and make any such photos or recordings a crime. Both the House and Senate passed the bill which was immediately signed by Governor Patrick. This may have been the fastest legislation ever enacted. The finding of the court shocked everyone on Beacon Hill and they moved aggressively to fix it.

In what's been call "Super Tuesday" in Massachusetts,  special elections are being held throughout the state to fill vacancies created by departing Representatives and Senators. These results could give rise to more special elections, as members of the House vie for the Senate seat vacated by Congresswomen Clark. Former Legislator of the Year Representative Chris Fallon will be on the ballot to fill that seat along with Representative Lewis. We have worked closely with Representative Fallon and ask members in the district to get to the polls. The race the media will watch is who will succeed the recently convicted Representative Henriquez who was banished from the legislature. He could attempt a comeback in the fall when his sentence is completed Once the elections are complete, we expect Speaker DeLeo to begin filling the leadership and chairperson positions also created  With the formal session due to close in July, these selections could impact which bills advance for consideration.

Just a reminder that scholarship applications are out and should be returned by March 31st. Call the office with any questions.