Economic Development
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Committee’s ED bill is a big deal for Gateway Cities and equitable economic growth
Learn what the Joint Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies’ Economic Development bill means for HDIP and inclusive entrepreneurship in Gateway Cities.
June 24, 2022
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This is the moment to make transformative investments
The TDI program has been highly effective in Gateway Cities closer to Boston with relatively strong real estate markets. But the impact has been minimal in weaker markets outside of I-495, where Massachusetts desperately needs new sources of economic growth. Now is the moment to do right by the communities that state economic development policy has neglected for far too long.
June 9, 2022
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Baker’s Seminal Economic Development Legislation
Gateway City economic development leaders huddled on Zoom Wednesday for a call with Sec. Kennealy. The discussion offered valuable insight into how Gov. Baker’s $3.5 billion economic development/ARPA 2.0 bill could sow seeds for growth. Here are our first impressions of the governor’s final major contribution to economic development policy.
April 29, 2022
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Preliminary Thoughts on a 2022 Equitable Economic Development Bill
Seasonal patterns suggest a large economic development package will land on Beacon Hill during the month of March in an even year. Sec. Kennealy can make a compelling case for filing a bill laden with policies to ensure that the unprecedented federal investments flowing into Massachusetts generate equitable growth.
March 7, 2022
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Preliminary Thoughts on ARPA 2.0
Governor Baker’s second ARPA spending bill is anticipated in the coming weeks. Rather than responding to emergencies, the state can now use these flexible funds for transformative long-term investments with a heavy focus on parts of the state beyond I-495.
February 22, 2022
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MassINC 2022 Policy Priorities
MassINC has worked to promote public policy that creates equitable pathways to opportunity for over 25 years. In the months ahead, we anticipate historic opportunities to continue to advance our mission. Here is a brief snapshot of what you can currently expect from our Policy Center in 2022 across a range of topics.
February 3, 2022
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Building Back Better on Main Street
Creating a sustainable funding mechanism for organizations that can play vital roles in strengthening commercial areas for the long-term is the kind of forward-thinking policy needed to leverage one-time APRA investments in small business development.
December 3, 2021
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Ben Forman offers testimony to Joint Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies
Ben Forman testifies in support of S.270/H. 505 in the hopes that it will be of value as legislators work to position the Commonwealth for strong economic recovery.
December 2, 2021
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Event Recap | Ninth Annual Gateway Cities Innovation Institute Awards and Summit
On Thursday, September 30th, MassINC hosted its Ninth Annual Gateway Cities Innovation Institute Awards and Summit. During this annual event, a panel of experts explored how Gateway Cities can leverage infrastructure investment to grow businesses owned by people of color and build stronger regional economies.
September 30, 2021
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Back on the Road Again: The Gateway Cities Legislative Caucus Tour
After 18 months confined to the home office, we jumped at the chance to join the Gateway Cities Legislative Caucus on their South Coast tour. In Attleboro, Fall River, and New Bedford, we listened in on firsthand accounts of valiant efforts to help residents through the pandemic.
September 28, 2021