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Planning101: Planning

Planning

Planning101 is a space for MAPC staff to share their wealth of knowledge on topics related to smart growth and regional collaboration. This blog covers a diverse range of issues that include transportation, clean energy, land use, environment, public health, local government, equity, the innovative usage of public data, and the process of creating digital tools.

Photo of the front of the Massachusetts State House. A brick and white building with columns out front, a gold dome, and a fence in front of the building.

FY26 House Ways and Means Budget Summary

April 21, 2025

FY26 House Ways and Means Budget Summary – Bill H.4000 Questions? Contact the MAPC Government Affairs Department: Leah Robins, Norman […]

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Mass Save Three-Year Plan 2025-2027: What’s New and What Was Left Out?

March 31, 2025

The Mass Save Three-Year Plan for 2025-2027 Has Been Approved. What’s New and What Was Left Out? Written by Jeremy […]

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A photo from RPA Day 2025. Attendees are sitting in chairs facing the camera, in the State House.

MARPA Gathers for Regional Planning Agency Day at the State House

February 27, 2025

MARPA Gathers for Regional Planning Agency Day at the State House Written by Norman Abbott, Senior Government Affairs Specialist February […]

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A Look into the Governor’s 2026 Budget Recommendations

January 27, 2025

A Look into the Governor’s 2026 Budget Recommendations Questions? Contact the MAPC Government Affairs Department: Leah Robins, Norman Abbott, and […]

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Massachusetts Advances EV Adoption with New Rebate Program and “Right to Charge” Rule

January 6, 2025

Massachusetts Advances EV Adoption with New Rebate Program and “Right to Charge” Rule By Alison Felix, AICP, Principal Planner and […]

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Photo of the front of the Massachusetts State House. A brick and white building with columns out front, a gold dome, and a fence in front of the building.

2024 End of Formal Session Legislative Outcomes: MAPC Priorities and Interest Areas

January 6, 2025

2024 End of Formal Session Legislative Outcomes: MAPC Priorities and Interest Areas Written by the MAPC Government Affairs Department: Leah […]

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