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I hope you are having a restful and fun August. This month's Rausch Report provides a quick update on the FY24 Budget and our upcoming community town halls happening throughout our district this Fall, plus an opportunity to help inform the design of our next state seal and motto.
Earlier this month, Governor Healey signed into law much of the FY24 budget, which contained several historic investments in environmental protection and preservation, housing, health care, and more, as well as designated funding for our district. Check out just some of the supports for our communities:
FY24 Budget Update
Unfortunately, the Governor vetoed significant funding for critical programs and services, ranging from education and childcare to the workforce and mental health care. I was particularly disappointed to see the complete elimination of funding for Hey Sam, a 100%-successful youth mental health support text line, and the slashing of more than 60% of the funding for nonprofit security grants.
Starting in September, my team and I will be hosting Fall Town Halls throughout the district to discuss the budget and other legislative updates, and chat in person about your questions, comments, and ideas. Wherever you live in the district, you're invited to attend whichever town hall is most convenient for you. We'll be joined by our partners in the House of Representatives and local government. More details on where we are headed are below. I hope to see you there!
One of the things about which I've heard from many of you is the Commonwealth's seal and motto. My colleagues and I enacted a law to change them, and a Special Commission was created to determine the redesign. Now, the Commission wants your input! Please share your thoughts here. The survey is available in multiple languages and should talk only 5-10 minutes to complete. Submit your responses by September 27 for consideration.
Wishing all my fellow parents out there a smooth transition back to school.
Yours in service,
Senator Becca Rausch
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