Massachusetts House passes sweeping data privacy bill requiring consent for sensitive data use and expanding enforcement powers.
Massachusetts Jobless Rate Held at 4.7% in April
Massachusetts added 8,500 jobs in April while the unemployment rate remained at 4.7%, above the national rate, according to state officials.
App-Based Drivers’ Union Dives into Regulatory Thicket
Massachusetts’ newly certified app-based drivers’ union is urging regulators to delay proposed Uber and Lyft rules until contract negotiations begin.
Health Insurers Again Propose Double-Digit Premium Increases
Massachusetts health insurers are seeking an average 12.9% premium increase for 2027, raising affordability concerns for consumers and employers.
Property Owners Say Costs Outpacing Proposed Rent Caps
Massachusetts rent control debate heats up as Nov. 2026 ballot approaches, with small property owners and housing advocates at odds.
