Volume 8, Issue 1 (January 30, 2026) | | |
Dear Friends and Neighbors,
I hope this newsletter finds you warm and enjoying healthy and happiness in the new year. January's edition includes recent legislative updates, news from my office, district happenings, and resources available at the state level.
We prioritize our constituent outreach and support in my office. In February, I will host four in-person office hours with me or a member of my staff. If you cannot attend scheduled office hours, you are welcome to contact my staff to schedule a meeting. Please see below for our office’s updated contact information.
State Representative Joan Meschino
State House, Room 162, 24 Beacon Street, Boston, MA 02133
617-722-2092
Wishing you a wonderful February!
Very truly yours,
Joan
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| | Governor Healey Delivers State of the Commonwealth | | I had the pleasure of attending Governor Healey’s third State of the Commonwealth Address. While highlighting the ways in which her administration has worked to make life more affordable for residents, Governor Healey announced a number of new initiatives which you can read about here. I was able to reconnect with several colleagues and enjoyed hearing about the Governor’s priorities for the upcoming year. | | Rep. Meschino at the State of the Commonwealth. | | Rep. Meschino Attends New England Boat Show | | The New England Boat Show is always a great time to reflect on the importance of the boating industry in Massachusetts. I joined Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll, fellow legislators, and members from the National Marine Manufacturers Association and Massachusetts Marine Trade Association in celebrating the 70th Anniversary of the Boat Show this past week. | Rep. Meschino with Lt. Governor Driscoll, Secretary Paley, fellow legislators, and members from the National Marine Manufacturers Association and Massachusetts Marine Trade Association. | Governor Healey Announces New Healthcare Policies | |
This month, Governor Healey brought forward new healthcare policies to lower costs and make it easier to receive care. At the event, the Governor announced the elimination of prior authorizations for essential care and the creation of a health care affordability working group to lower costs.
I was glad to run into Cynthia Sierra, CEO of Manet Community Health Center, at the event. Manet continues to provide crucial services for our community.
| | Rep. Meschino and Cynthia Sierra. | | STATE AND FEDERAL HIGHLIGHTS | | Hingham Housing Authority Receives Contract to Upgrade Roof | The Hingham Housing Authority was authorized to move forward with a $63,450 construction contract to replace the aging public housing roof. This contract is one of many made possible by the Affordable Homes Act. | MBTA Announces Winter Storm Ferry Service Changes | Due to ice in the Boston Harbor, the MBTA has cancelled ferry runs on the Hingham/Hull line. For real-time alerts and more information, visit this link. | | Construction Continues at Hingham Ferry Dock | | Construction is ongoing in the Hingham Parking lot and on Shipyard Drive in preparation for the Hingham Ferry Dock upgrades. There is reduced parking in the lot, and portions of Shipyard Drive are affected. For more information, visit this link. | | Lieutenant Governor Driscoll and DCR Commissioner LaChapelle Visit Hull | | Earlier this month, I had the pleasure of joining Senator O’Connor and Town officials in welcoming Lieutenant Governor Driscoll and Department of Conservation and Recreation Commissioner LaChapelle to Hull. We toured the DCR properties in the Town and discussed opportunities for partnership. | | Lieutenant Governor Driscoll, DCR Commissioner LaChapelle, Rep. Meschino, Senator O'Connor, Town Manager Jen Constable, and staff. | | Rep. Meschino Joins Dan McCready on WATD | | Last week, I spoke with Dan McCready on WATD 95.9 FM about the passage of Sen. O'Connor and my bill supporting veteran and military suicide awareness and remembrance, my new Meschino Minute social media initiative, and the South Shore Irish Heritage Trail. You can listen here. | | Rep. Meschino at WATD Studios. | | Legislators Attend Library Network Breakfast | | It was great to visit with library friends and advocates from Cohasset, Hull, and Scituate at the Old Colony Library Network legislative breakfast. We heard from the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners about their legislative priorities and budget requests for FY27. Public libraries are essential to vibrant local communities, serving as centers for early educational programs, student research, job search programs, cultural and historic programs, and provide many other activities and resources that bind our communities together. | | Rep. Meschino with friends at the library. | | |
Rep. Meschino Announces Office Hours for February
Constituent services are our top priority. We continue to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays. On Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, a staff member will be present in the State House. On Mondays, I host in-person office hours in the district with me or a member of my staff.
If you would like to reserve a time slot for virtual office hours or outside of the times listed, please call the office at our new phone number 617-722-2092 or email my Legislative Aides, Jane and Harrison.
- Monday, February 2, 10:00 am - 11:00am, Linden Ponds, for Linden Ponds residents
- Monday, February 9, 9:00 am - 10:30 am, Willcutt Commons, 91 Sohier Street, Cohasset
- Monday, February 23, 10:00 am - 11:00 am, Hull Council on Aging, 197A Samoset Avenue, Hull
- Monday, February 23, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm, Hingham Public Library, 66 Leavitt Street, Hingham
To learn more about our constituent services, please visit our website.
| | Massachusetts 250th Anniversary Rev250 Events | |
- Across the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, communities and institutions are celebrating the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution with events, exhibits, special tours, programs, festivals, performances, and much more. The 3rd Plymouth District will be celebrating its rich history with a series of events over the coming two years.
- View South Shore events here.
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