In a closed door caucus, Brad Jones (R-North Reading) was re-elected Minority Leader of the Massachusetts House of Representatives. Sources say that, unlike prior years, the vote was taken by roll call, not by secret ballot.
January 22, 2013 at 5:00 PM – Nomination Papers due to City Clerks.
January 29, 2013 at 5:00 PM – Nomination Papaers due to Secretary of State.
Elizabeth Warren will be sworn in as the U.S. Senator of the First Class for Massachusetts today. On Saturday she will hold a mock ceremony in Roxbury, where her former boss Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan will swear her in.
The Boston Globe has a look at some of the State's blue laws. They include: No fornication, fines for blaspheming Jesus Christ, No Adultery, Abortion still technically illegal, no killing pigeons, contraception still illegal amongst others.
Unlike last year, only Tom Finneran was present in the House Chamber to represent the convicted former Speaker caucus. Unlike last year Charles Flaherty was not present, and Sal Dimasi was unable to secure a furlough.
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