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Video: Pressley Urges Fda to Approve Over-the-counter Birth Control

By Bean Town Times Report | May 17, 2023

On May 11, Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (MA-07), Chair of the Pro Choice Caucus’ Abortion Rights and Access Task Force, joined U.S. Senator Patty Murray and advocates at a press conference to applaud the FDA Advisory Committee’s unanimous, 17-0 vote on Tuesday recommending that the FDA approve the first-ever application for over-the-counter birth control

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School Closings and Merges

By Bean Town Times Report | May 17, 2023

A resolution was adopted calling on Boston Public Schools for community engagement and full transparency in the ongoing efforts to close and merge public schools.

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Whip Clark Discusses Gop's Devastating Default on America Act With Revere Veterans

By Bean Town Times Report | May 17, 2023

Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) met with Revere veterans to discuss the devastating impacts of the Republican Default on America Act, which passed the U.S. House on April 26, 2023

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As Covid Emergency Ends, Pressley, Beyer, Blunt Rochester Unveil Bill to Support Covid Long Haulers

By Bean Town Times Report | May 16, 2023

On May 11, as the COVID-19 public health emergency declaration ends, Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (MA-07), alongside Representatives Don Beyer (VA-08) and Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-DE), reintroduced the Targeting Resources for Equitable Access to Treatment for Long COVID (TREAT Long COVID) Act to increase access to medical care and treatment for communities and individuals struggling with Long COVID and its associated conditions

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Council Stands With Mass General Brigham

By Bean Town Times Report | May 16, 2023

The Council went on record in solidarity with the Mass General Brigham (MGB) housestaff and urges MGB, in a spirit of labor harmony, to enable a fair, transparent National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) election process for interns, residents, and fellow physicians.

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Pressley Applauds Fda Panel Recommendation on Otc Birth Control

By Bean Town Times Report | May 15, 2023

On May 10, Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (MA-07), Chair of the Pro Choice Caucus’ Abortion Rights and Access Task Force, issued the following statement on the FDA Advisory Committee’s unanimous, 17-0 vote to approve the first-ever application for over-the-counter birth control

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Green New Deal Workforce Needs Assessment Rfp Info Session Recap

By Bean Town Times Report | May 15, 2023

An information session was held for the Green New Deal Workforce Needs Assessment Request for Proposals (RFP). S

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Bean Town Times area weekly mass times

By Bean Town Times | May 13, 2023

The following parishes in the Bean Town Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Pressley, Napolitano Call for Research on Mental Health for Formerly Incarcerated People

By Bean Town Times Report | May 12, 2023

Lawmakers Encourage National Institute of Mental Health to Study Post-Traumatic Prison Disorder

Pressley Joins Boston Public Radio After Hours at Copley Library

By Bean Town Times Report | May 11, 2023

Wide-Ranging Discussion Covered Court Reform, ERA, Student Debt, Gun Control, Female Leadership, & More

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Whip Clark Visits Revere Head Start to Highlight Vital Role Amid Gop Threats

By Bean Town Times Report | May 11, 2023

On May 4, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) visited the Community Action Programs Inter-City, Inc. (CAPIC) Head Start program at the Irene O’Connell Community Center in Revere to highlight the devastating impact that funding cuts in the GOP’s Default on America Act would have on children and families across Massachusetts

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Demolition Delay Application: 176 R School Street (Jamaica Plain)

By Bean Town Times Report | May 10, 2023

The Boston Landmarks Commission (BLC) received a complete application to demolish the building at School Street Street in Jamaica Plain.

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Happy Haitian Heritage Month

By Bean Town Times Report | May 10, 2023

This week, the Council adopted a resolution recognizing May as Haitian Heritage Month.

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Congressional Democrats File Amicus Brief Urging Fifth Circuit to Reverse Texas District Court’s Ruling on Mifepristone

By Bean Town Times Report | May 10, 2023

253 Members of Congress ask the Fifth Circuit to reverse Texas district court’s ruling in its entirety

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Whip Clark Statement on U.S. Debt Ceiling Deadline

By Bean Town Times Report | May 9, 2023

Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) issued this statement after Treasury Secretary Yellen warned the U.S. could hit its borrowing limit as soon as June 1, 2023

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Rep. Lynch Hosts Listening Session with FDIC Chair Gruenberg, Brockton Mayor Sullivan and Local Affordable Housing Groups to Discuss Impact from Silicon Valley Bank Collapse

By Bean Town Times Report | May 8, 2023

On May 5, U.S. Representative Stephen F. Lynch (MA-08) hosted a listening session with Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) Chairman Martin J. Gruenberg, Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan, and 21 representatives from local housing organizations and developers to discuss how Silicon Valley Bank’s collapse has impacted affordable housing in Massachusetts

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Bean Town Times area weekly mass times

By Bean Town Times | May 6, 2023

The following parishes in the Bean Town Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Clark, Murray, Scott Reintroduce the Child Care for Working Families Act

By Bean Town Times Report | May 4, 2023

Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) joined Senator Patty Murray (D-WA) and Representative Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (VA-3) for a press conference to reintroduce their Child Care for Working Families Act, comprehensive legislation that tackles the child care crisis and ensures families nationwide can access the high-quality child care they need

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"Stop The Madness": Whip Clark Denounces House Republicans' Default on America Act

By Bean Town Times Report | May 3, 2023

Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) took to the House Floor to denounce House Republicans’ Default on America Act

Rep. Pressley and Sen. Markey Announce Fare-free Transit Legislation, Freedom to Move Act

By Bean Town Times Report | May 2, 2023

On April 24, Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (MA-07) and Senator Edward J. Markey (D-MA), announced the reintroduction of the Freedom to Move Act, bold legislation to support state and local efforts to establish public transportation as a public good through fare-free services