A recent controversy in Massachusetts is sparking calls for a stronger gift ban, according to this article. A Massachusetts legislator is calling for a gift ban to prevent business executives and other special interests from currying favor with public officials, after reports that former state senator Dianne Wilkerson received unreported checks of up to $10,000 […]
Category: Mass.
MA: $79 Million for Lobbying
Reports showing how much was spent on lobbying in Massachusetts are available. [Sec. of State] Galvin says heightened pressure on those acting as lobbyists to formally register with the state could account for some of the increase.
DiMasi to Resign
In a story I’ve followed for some time, Mass. House Speaker Salvatore DiMasi has announced that he intends to resign. DiMasi, reeling from ethics probes connected to his former campaign treasurer, ended months of speculation during which his subordinates have openly campaigned to replace him. DiMasi, who also will give up his North End representative’s […]