Michael J. Rodrigues
@SenRodrigues
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MA State Senator proudly representing the First Bristol and Plymouth district. Small business owner, Benfica fan, UMass Dartmouth alum.
Westport, MA
Joined November 2014
Honored and humbled by the confidence and trust put in me by President @KarenSpilka to Chair the Senate Committee on Ways and Means. We have a lot of work ahead of us and I look forward to working with my Senate colleagues to confront the challenges facing our Commonwealth!
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Proud to announce an agreement in principle has been reached on a tax relief package, with our hope to vote on it next week. #mapoli
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It’s always great to see my friend @MayorPaulCoogan and the work he is doing to continue to lead Fall River forward. Fall River is continuing to succeed under the strong leadership of the Mayor, Chairman @SenRodrigues and Reps @RepAlanSilvia, @CaroleFiola and @RepPaulSchmid!
Touring @Battleship_Cove in Fall River reminds me of how much history lives in our state – and as someone who grew up in a Navy family, I feel so connected to this place. Our Capital Investment Plan invests $7M in Battleship Cove to improve and conserve this historic state pier.
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I’ve been following Portuguese football for a long time and I don’t think I’ve ever seen a bigger superstar head to Portugal than Angel Di Maria. Man of the Match in a World Cup Final seven months ago….now headed to the Portuguese champions.
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It’s a wrap! Senate ratified the FY’24 Budget, decisively moving us forward on education, housing, public health, and workforce development
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I’ve been practicing for months; I’m pumped and ready to throw the opening pitch at 3PM today as we begin debate on the FY’24 Senate Budget!
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Tomás is on a field trip to Boston. They just visited the statehouse. Of course he finds a Benfica scarf in @SenRodrigues’ office. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 Vamos .@SLBenfica .@slbenfica_en
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Joined the @masstaxpayersfd policy conversation with @SenRodrigues. Chair Rodrigues provided a detailed overview of the Senate's FY24 budget proposal & insight regarding the chamber's upcoming debate #mapoli
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Great meeting yesterday with @SenRodrigues, Chair of @MA_Senate Ways & Means! It’s always a pleasure to share what we’re doing to advance the #PowerOfCulture in Bristol County and beyond. We appreciate your support, Senator. #mapoli
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Today marks the start of a series of seven hearings for the Joint Committee on Ways & Means regarding the Governor's FY24 budget proposal. Time sure does fly, this is @SenRodrigues' & @RepMichlewitz's fifth budget in their roles as Senate & House Chair, respectively. #mapoli
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Hearings for the FY24 Budget start this Tuesday and run through April 7th with 8 different categories. In-person and remote throughout the Commonwealth. More details to come on how you can follow and participate.
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The @MAStateHouse lost another wonderful former colleague with the passing of a true gentleman, Steve Kulik from #westmass. A friend and mentor to many with a strong legacy of service. Thoughts and prayers to his family. Thanks and praise to Steve for a life well lived. #mapoli
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More than 14,000 #cleanenergy jobs in MA with high median wages. @MassCEC CEO @jdaloisio with @SenRodrigues & @jeffroy awarding $180 million for ports & #offshorewind wind infrastructure.
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Senate President @KarenSpilka, House Speaker @RonMariano, and chamber budget chiefs @RepMichlewitz and @SenRodrigues head into @MassGovernor’s office for weekly leadership meeting (which hasn’t happened since the summer, I believe)
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Extremely grateful to @SenRodrigues for coming to our district today to tour the Holyoke Soldiers’ Home, 104th Fighter Wing, and Soldier On in Agawam. It was great to showcase all the important work being done here on behalf of Veterans and our active-duty service members. 1/2
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The MA Senate just passed 3 animal protection measures that positively impact animals in our state! Bills will crack down on poaching, protect research animals, and ensure safe kennels. TY @KarenSpilka @SenJoanLovely @SenRodrigues for your leadership on animal issues. #mapoli
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Applications to the 1st edition of #FLAD Legislative Internships are open! You may work directly with Congressman @RepJimCosta State Senator @JessicaforRI or State Senator @SenRodrigues ⌛Apply by March 31st. Learn more 🔗 https://t.co/lfums9koH2
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Met with public health and elected leaders in Fall River today to hear about the ongoing opioid crisis and discuss my work in Washington. The addiction crisis has only gotten worse during the pandemic. We need to support prevention, treatment, and recovery in all our communities.
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Let me opine for a moment on @Sen_Chandler who's been a gracious mentor to me in the @MA_Senate over the last 3 years. Sen. Chandler's work will continue to make life better for people in the Commonwealth and her stellar example will continue to urge us all forward. #mapoli
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Thank you for your steady leadership and dedicated service throughout your time in the legislature. It has been an honor to work with you.
Today, I am announcing that I am not running for reelection in the First Worcester state Senate district. https://t.co/3TMmk2oAQT
#mapoli #Worcester
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