Beacon Hill In 5

By Carrie Healy

Beacon Hill in 5 is a weekly check-in at the Massachusetts Statehouse from New England Public Media. Get a quick look at the week ahead in state politics and government with Carrie Healy, NEPM’s Morni... more

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The podcast currently has 360 episodes available.

Beacon Hill In 5 episodes:

November 10, 2025 Mass. lawmakers eye $8B rainy day fund as families still struggle to put food on the table
The fallout from the federal government shutdown continues to chip away at federal funding for safety net programs designed to aid low-income Mass. residents.
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November 04, 2025 Mass. lawmakers push taxes while SNAP benefits hang in the balance
The Trump administration says it will fund SNAP food aid for November, but only partially and with delayed disbursement.
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October 27, 2025 Massachusetts census looms; numbers could expose a state on the brink
2030 may seem like a ways off, but Mass. lawmakers and officials are beginning preparations to ensure that every resident is properly counted in the next census taking.
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October 20, 2025 Mass. protesters push back against Trump's moves while state lawmakers weigh emergency bills
The Massachusetts legislature continues to focus on balancing revenues destabilized by federal policy changes from the Federal tax and spending bill passed in July.
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October 13, 2025 Massachusetts towns face a budget squeeze as Boston fiddles with funding
Municipalities report out that rising costs, revenue-raising restrictions, and sluggish state aid are squeezing local government budgets.
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October 06, 2025 Mass. faces a $650M budget gap, lacks federal data to guide lawmakers before looming deadline
Changes to federal tax law will likely leave Massachusetts $650 million less in revenue this fiscal year. Lawmakers are scrambling for possible fiscal workarounds.
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September 29, 2025 Federal crackdowns and funding threats put Massachusetts 'eds and meds' economic engine on edge
The Justice Department is ramping up its efforts to root out health care fraud, expanding a regional strike force into Boston.
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September 22, 2025 Mass. gambling boom may bust: Report warns about stalled revenue, tax caps and lottery woes
Gambling offering and taxes are getting fresh look as Massachusetts' share of betting revenues clears $1.5 billion per year.
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September 22, 2025 Mass. gambling boom may bust: Report warns about stalled revenue, tax caps and lottery woes
Gambling offering and taxes are getting fresh look as Massachusetts' share of betting revenues clears $1.5 billion per year.
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September 15, 2025 The feds push back, but Massachusetts lawmakers spotlight DEI in hearing
The Trump administration has moved quickly and decisively to dismantle diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. Mass. lawmakers are signaling its continued use in the Commonwealth.
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How many episodes does Beacon Hill In 5 have?

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