MassBudget: Evidence on How Paid Leave Helps Working Mothers

Maintaining employment connections

Report Examines Effect of Paid Leave on Working Mothers Working parents are more economically secure when they can maintain an income while taking time away from their job to nurture and bond with a new child. One of the goals of paid family and medical leave (PFML) laws is to help new parents maintain an attachment to the labor force. MassBudget's new report, How Paid Family & Medical Leave Impacts Working Mothers, examines recent research including a study of the experience in California, which has the longest-standing and best-documented PFML program in the nation.  Examining the employment history of working mothers before and after the California PFML law took effect, the study finds that after the law, women were substantially more likely to be working a year after having a child than before the law. While new mothers who accessed the state's paid family leave program were out of the workforce in the short term, they were more likely to return to work and remain employed than those without access to PFML MassBudget's new report also examines the data on how often mothers are the primary or sole source of income in a family with children as well as the current availability of paid family and medical leave in New England. It also examines other outcomes in states with PFML laws, including the lengths of leaves taken and the effects on wages. MassBudget's new report can be read here. The Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center (MassBudget) produces policy research, analysis, and data-driven recommendations focused on improving the lives of low- and middle-income children and adults, strengthening our state's economy, and enhancing the quality of life in Massachusetts. MASSACHUSETTS BUDGET AND POLICY CENTER 15 COURT SQUARE, SUITE 700 BOSTON, MA 02108

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"The funding restorations are sustainable"

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"Undeterred by tax collections that are trailing benchmarks two months into the fiscal year, the Legislature is half way toward restoring $275 million in spending that Gov. Charlie Baker vetoed from the annual budget. 

Without debate, the House on Wednesday voted to put back funding for the Tufts School of Veterinary Medicine, a big data fund, and rental assistance among dozens of other priorities. 

House Democrats needed just a few hours to speed through votes overriding a majority of the $320 million that Baker excised in July, when he signed a fiscal 2018 budget that he said had a $39.4 billion bottom line. The spending will be restored if Senate Democrats also agree to the overrides. 

House Republicans who voted to uphold Baker’s vetoes lacked the numbers to stop the overrides and did not seek to persuade Democrats with floor speeches."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required) 
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20170913/house-overrides-275-million-in-vetoes-by-baker

"The funding restorations are sustainable"

MassBudget: Today's Census release shows results of health care commitments

Affordable Care Act has made a difference across US

Today's Census Release Shows Results of Public Commitments to Health Care New MassBudget factsheet summarizes results New data released by the US Census today show the results of commitments made by our state and the nation to improving the health care security of our people. Massachusetts, which enacted comprehensive health reform in 2006, continued to lead the nation in the share of our population covered by health insurance. The Census report also shows that in the years since the Affordable Care Act took effect the share of people insured has increased substantially in states across the country. Today's Census report reflects data from 2016 and shows 97.5 percent of the Massachusetts population insured - and 99 percent of our children. It also shows that health insurance coverage has increased in every state in the country since 2013. As a new brief from MassBudget explains, health coverage increased most dramatically in those states that have taken advantage of the option to expand their Medicaid programs with additional funding provided by the Affordable Care Act. Our report "Documenting Success: Health Reform in Massachusetts and the Nation" also examines how the rate of uninsured in Massachusetts has steadily fallen over this decade. The Census also recently released the newest data on how the 50 states compare on state and local taxes. The data show that the share of state and local taxes in Massachusetts remains very close to the national average, though these taxes have fallen more since the 1970s than in almost any other state in the nation. Read our updated fact sheets, "Massachusetts is About Average for Taxes in FY 2015" and "Where Does the Taxachusetts Label Come From?" The Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center (MassBudget) produces policy research, analysis, and data-driven recommendations focused on improving the lives of low- and middle-income children and adults, strengthening our state's economy, and enhancing the quality of life in Massachusetts. MASSACHUSETTS BUDGET AND POLICY CENTER 15 COURT SQUARE, SUITE 700 BOSTON, MA 02108

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Reminder: FHS Boys Hockey - Bottle and Can Drive - Sep 16

*** Bottle and Can Drive Saturday, September 16, 2017 ***

The Franklin High School boys hockey team is having their annual Bottle and Can Drive on Saturday, September 16th from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Veteran's Arena ice rink parking lot.

Any donation is much appreciated, so please save your returnable bottles and cans in support of the boys hockey program.

If you need (or would like) a separate bag to put them in, please comment and we will drop off as many as are needed.

Thank you!

FHS Boys Hockey - Bottle and Can Drive - Sep 16

FHS girls soccer, volleyball and golf teams post wins on Wednesday

From Hockomock Sports we share the results of the FHS falls sports results on Wednesday, Sep 13.

Boys Soccer = Franklin, 1 @ Foxboro, 2 – Final

– Foxboro’s Ryan Kelley had a hand in both of the Warriors goals, recording a goal and an assist in the win. Kelley scored the opener inside the first five minutes, smashing home a rebound on a shot from Cam Cass. Early in the second half, Kelley played Nic Beigel in, who finished his chance to make it 2-0. Franklin responded within five minutes to cut the deficit in half but Foxboro held on for two points.

Girls Soccer = Foxboro, 0 @ Franklin, 1 – Final

– In an even game, in which both teams had good scoring opportunities, the Panthers earned all two points thanks to a goal in the final minute by Calen Frongillo, assisted by Anna Balkus. A minute before the Franklin goal, the Warriors had a scoring chance of their own but were denied by a diving Cat Robbins save.

Field Hockey = Franklin, 1 @ Oliver Ames, 2 – Final

– Oliver Ames took a 2-1 lead before the halftime break and that was enough, with goalie Tigers’ Caitlin Grant recording eight saves in the win. Meaghan Rockey and Sarah Stevens each found the back of the net, both on assists from Cristina Boudreau. Franklin junior Ashley Reutlinger’s first goal of the season, on an assist from Cassi Ronan, tied the game in the first half before OA retook the lead. OA head coach Abby Tepper said Grant “played amazing in net” and also praised the defensive play of Sarah Tetrault.

Volleyball = Franklin, 3 @ Foxboro, 0 – Final

– Franklin picked up its second straight sweep, this time on the road at Foxboro. Riley Marino had 11 serve receptions, seven digs and three aces for the Panthers while FHS head coach Kate Horsmann said Lauren Lockhart had another smart hitting match, finishing with eight kills. Maggie Doyle added four kills, two blocks and an ace in the win.

Golf = Taunton, 191 @ Franklin, 164 – Final

For all the results around the Hockomock League on Wednesday
https://hockomocksports.com/wednesdays-schedule-scoreboard-091317/

FHS Panthers

Pour Richard's Beer Extravaganza - Sep 16 4-7 PM

What is a "Beer Extravaganza"?

30+ Beers and Ciders to sample, snacks, and hot music from local band Shift to Low. 

Saturday, September 16 4-7 PM. 

Free, but we are accepting donations to aid pets stranded in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey.

If you haven't been to Pour Richard's you can find it at 14 Grove Street in Franklin

Pour Richard's Beer Extravaganza - Sep 16 4-7 PM

Visit Pour Richard's on the web at
https://pourrichardswine.com/content/beer-extravaganza-fall-edition-0

Downtown Partnership: Magnolia Heights and NerdsToGo on Saturday, Rotary and Dean on Sunday

Pancakes for a good cause at Magnolia Heights

This Saturday, September 16, stop by Magnolia Heights Gracious Retirement Living for a delicious pancake breakfast. The breakfast runs from 7:30 AM to 10 AM. To RSVP, please call 508-520-3471.

Proceeds will benefit the Food Pantry and victims of the recent hurricanes. It's a sweet way to make a difference.

Pancakes for a good cause at Magnolia Heights

NerdsToGo Grand Opening is this Saturday

When you've had your fill of pancakes, head to NerdsToGo and celebrate this new Franklin business. Their Grand Opening celebration begins at 11 AM.


The NerdsToGo franchise is located at 205 East Central Street in Franklin. In typical NerdsToGo fashion the event will be fun for everyone in the community.

 NerdsToGo Grand Opening is this Saturday

Car Show this Sunday at Dean College Campus Center

The Franklin Rotary Club and Dean College will be hosting their first Annual Car Show for Charity and Community on Sunday, Sep 17

• Event Details
• September 17, 2017
• $15.00 per entry
• Show: 11:00 - 4:00p.m. at Dean College Campus Center, located at 109 West Street, Franklin, MA
• Judging at 3:00p.m.
• Trophies awarded for specified classes
• Dean College Dining Hall will be open for a Discounted Brunch
• Hamburgers and Hot Dogs, soda and water available for purchase
• Entertainment and DJ hosed by The DJ Car Guy

Car Show this Sunday at Dean College Campus Center

These were shared from the Franklin Downtown Partnership email