December 30, 2024

Bloomberg Law

Oil and gas companies have scored a “disturbingly successful” win in getting Americans not to hold them liable the same way as industries like tobacco and toxic chemicals, said Massachusetts state Sen. Jamie Eldridge (D), who is planning to tweak the language of his climate Superfund proposal for next year’s legislative session.

New York’s enactment is a “big boost,” especially since it has another dense, urban environment like Massachusetts, he said.

December 19, 2024

The Sun

In his remarks, state Sen. Jamie Eldridge said the state should work to create and encourage more programs like those offered by Riverbend.

“This facility is exactly what we need not only to support those citizens, but also for public safety in general and to improve our communities,” said Eldridge. “If we are really serious about creating a fair society and a just society, we need to recognize that when those who have paid their dues and spent time in a prison are being released, they need the support to lead productive lives and give back to the community.”

December 17, 2024

Wicked Local

Advocates for Human Potential, which aims to transform behavioral health and human service systems, enabling individuals and organizations to reach their full potential, has been awarded a $120,000 GROW (Grant Relief for On-boarding Workers) Apprenticeship Award to develop 24 new apprenticeship opportunities in behavioral health, according to a press release.

“I am thrilled to see Advocates for Human Potential receive this vital funding, which will expand career opportunities in behavioral health and help meet the growing demand for these essential services,” said state Sen. Jamie Eldridge, D-Marlborough, in a prepared statement. “This funding underscores the importance of providing individuals with pathways to meaningful careers while addressing urgent public health challenges."

December 17, 2024

Danillo Sena, Office of Representative Danillo Sena

ACTON, MA - On November 14, State Senator Jamie Eldridge (D-Marlborough) and State Representatives Danillo Sena (D-Acton) and Simon Cataldo (D-Concord) announced that the Acton Discovery Museum received a $30,900 grant from the Mass Cultural Council to support the museum’s mission.

“The Discovery Museum is a beloved cultural institution that plays a vital role in sparking curiosity and inspiring young minds across Massachusetts,” said State Senator Jamie Eldridge (D-Marlborough). “I want to thank the Mass Cultural Council for their continued investment in cultural organizations, and the Discovery Museum’s leadership and staff for their commitment to providing engaging, hands-on learning experiences for children and families. This grant strengthens our cultural and educational landscape, and I’m proud to support the impactful work of the Museum.”

December 28, 2024

The Pinnacle Gazette

Numerous East Coast states, particularly Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, and New York, have embraced offshore wind as pivotal to transitioning away from fossil fuels. But as Trump takes office, these regions face potential delays and setbacks. Sen. Jamie Eldridge of Massachusetts pointed out, “This is going to create problems meeting emissions goals and energy needs.”

November 30, 2024

Sentinel & Enterprise

“I am pleased that Stow is the site of this year’s ceremonial start to the holiday season,” said state Sen. Jamie Eldridge. “Events like this highlight the contributions of Massachusetts farmers, whose dedication supports both the local economy and the environment. Choosing a locally grown Christmas tree is a meaningful way to celebrate the season while supporting sustainable agriculture in our communities.”

November 26, 2024

Lowell Sun

State Rep. James Arciero and state Sen. Jamie Eldridge recently presented a check for $100,000 to the town of Littleton for the installation of solar panels on the new Littleton Senior Center.

… "I am proud to work with my House colleague Representative Jim Arciero to secure a $100,000 earmark from the FY25 state budget to install 65 Kw of solar panels on the new Littleton Senior Center," said Eldridge. "We were so happy to see the impressive progress on The Center on Shattuck Street, Home of Elder Services, Council on Aging and Veterans Services building, and we look forward to seeing this beautiful new center running on clean energy, saving the town and people of Littleton funds. As always a tremendous thank you to Littleton Electric Light and Water Departments for working with Littleton to expand solar to municipal buildings, and combating climate change."

November 21, 2024

Julieta Grané, The Tufts Daily

TUPIT functions in collaboration with the state of Massachusetts including the Executive Office of Public Safety, the Massachusetts Parole Board and the offices of Sen. Jamie Eldridge and Rep. Erika Uyterhoeven.

Eldridge, the chair of the Senate's Criminal Justice Reform Caucus, explained the legislative shift toward prioritizing re-entry. 

“When we were pushing [the Criminal Justice Reform Act of 2018], very little of that law was actually focused on the conditions in prison,” Eldridge said. “What has happened is returning citizens, many who have gone through TUPIT, are now leading the effort on criminal justice reform.”

November 15, 2024

Chris Lisinski, State House News Service, WBUR

Gov. Maura Healey moved Friday to drop the "interim" from Shawn Jenkins's title as leader of the state Department of Correction.

Jenkins has served as interim commissioner since March, succeeding Carol Mici after she retired.

Healey's office announced Jenkins' appointment with statements of support from several criminal justice reform supporters including state Sens. Jamie Eldridge and Liz Miranda, state Rep. Carlos Gonzalez and UTEC CEO Gregg Croteau.

November 9, 2024

Jackson Thompson, Fox News

Massachusetts Democratic U.S. Rep. Seth Moulton was criticized by members of his own party in the last day after speaking out against the left's stance on transgender athletes in girls and women's sports. 

Massachusetts state Sen. Jamie Eldridge also condemned Moulton in a post on X and discouraged other Democrats in his state from following Moulton's lead. 

"Do not abandon our values," Eldridge wrote in a message to fellow Massachusetts Democrats. 

November 8, 2024

Kiera McDonald, Boston Globe

At Acton Town Common, a Veterans Day ceremony will be held on Monday at 11 a.m. near the Isaac Davis Monument. The event will begin with moment of silence and an invocation followed by remarks from Senator Jamie Eldridge and Retired Colonel Robert Beaudoin. The ceremony will conclude with the laying of the wreaths.

November 8, 2024

Camryn Langille, John Guilfoil Public Relations 

The event will begin with a moment of silence and an invocation. 

Remarks will be delivered by Sen. Jamie Eldridge before the laying of the wreaths. Retired Colonel Robert Beaudoin will also give a speech. 

November 7, 2024

Community Advocate 

HUDSON—The day will begin with a light breakfast at AMVETS Post 208 at 9:30 a.m. After breakfast units will assemble, step off at 10 a.m. and march through downtown Hudson to celebrate veterans with the annual parade…

Also, Rep. Kate Hogan and Sen. Jamie Eldridge will be guest speakers. The ceremonies will include the Assabet Valley Marine Corps JROTC, as well as Hudson High School Band and the Police Department Honor Guard.

November 6, 2024

Maureen Sullivan, Community Advocate

Most local candidates ran unopposed, including Lori Trahan for U.S. Representative; Mara Dolan for Governor’s Council; Jamie Eldridge for state Senate; Kate Hogan for state Representative; and Michael Sullivan Clerk of Courts.

Question 6 – a nonbinding question to ask local representatives to vote for legislation to create a single-payer system of universal health care, sponsored by MassCare – voters supported the measure, 6,095 to 4,282

November 6, 2024

Boston.com

Sen. Jamie Eldridge tweeted: “We are entering a deeply troubling era with the election of Donald Trump. I am so grateful to all of the Democratic and progressive activists who worked so hard. It is long overdue to reform Democratic policies & practices. Thank you to the voters for returning me to the Senate!”

November 6, 2024

Maureen Sulivan, Community Advocate

According to unofficial results from the City Clerk’s office, Gentile collected 1,732 votes to Gardner’s 951. Overall, Gentile drew 18,099 votes to Gardner’s 6,568.

The other state representative, Danielle Gregoire, and state Sen. Jamie Eldridge ran unopposed, as did U.S. Rep. Lori Trahan; Governor’s Councilor Mara Dolan; and Middlesex County Clerk of Courts Michael A. Sullivan.

November 5, 2024

Chris Rhatigan, Patch 

Senator in General Court Middlesex & Worcester District:

James B. Eldridge, Democrat: 8,550

November 1, 2024

The Harvard Press

Harvard’s delegates to the Legislature, Rep. Dan Sena and Sen. Jamie Eldridge, are unopposed in this year’s state election. Nevertheless, the Press invited them to respond to seven questions on the minds of Harvard residents. Here are the questions asked and their responses. 

October 28, 2024

Matt Stout and Samantha J. Gross, The Boston Globe

Those types of contributions don’t go unnoticed. State Senator Jamie Eldridge, a Marlborough Democrat who has supported legislation banning lobbyist donations outright, said a lobbyist donation can spark “in most elected officials this internal, auto-response: ‘I need to get back to that person because that person supports my campaign.’”

Add to that a max donation from the lobbyist’s spouse, he said, and “that’s an even greater influence on legislators — and therefore the public policy.”

October 29, 2024

Emilia Wisniewski, Boston University Statehouse Program, Metro West Daily News

Eldridge, who has supported bills to promote clean energy and uplift environmental justice communities, said it's “extremely frustrating” that many people believe climate change is not happening but he believes the Democratic ticket and local leaders can steer the country in a climate-positive direction.

“The election will really decide which direction the country goes on climate action,” he said.

October 28, 2024

Andrew Quemere, The Mass Dump 

Sen. Jamie Eldridge, the Senate chair of the judiciary committee, said that he worked on the revised bill with the House chair, Rep. Michael Day. The result, Eldridge said, “was very much a compromise bill that reflects some of my priorities and some of the House priorities.” Eldridge said that he supports a complete elimination of the cap, but some committee colleagues opposed it. He declined to summarize their objections, saying he could not discuss the deliberations…

October 25, 2024

Hannah Taylor, Harvard Press 

Stephanie Opalka, one of the co-presidents of the LWV, began the event with enthusiasm, introducing special guests and reporting that 61 people had already voted early in Harvard as of Sunday afternoon. She then welcomed to the front of the crowd State Sen. Jamie Eldridge and Jake Mastrandrea, the outreach director for U.S. Rep. Lori Trahan.

October 23, 2024

Kinga Borondy, Worcester Telegram & Gazette, USA Today

In that spirit, Donaghue is quick to point out the legislators she collaborated with to get funding approved for local initiatives:

Sen. Robyn Kennedy, D-Worcester, took the lead on securing $50,000 for redesign of a road

Sen. Jamie Eldridge, D-Marlborough, with helping secure grants for firefighting equipment and supplies in Southborough

October 18, 2024

Chris Rhatigan, Patch

SUDBURY, MA— On Nov. 5, Sudbury residents cast their votes for several key federal and state positions, including the office of president, U.S. senator, Congress, Governor's Council, and others.

For Senator in General Court, James B. Eldridge, Democrat, is running unopposed.

October 18, 2024

The Harvard Press

House bill 2989 would observe Indigenous Peoples Day instead of Columbus Day, with activities acknowledging the history of genocide and discrimination against Indigenous peoples and highlighting their cultures. The bill was left in committee at the end of the last legislative session, but one of its co-sponsors, state Sen. Jamie Eldridge, said he wants the bill to be refiled and voted on when the Legislature reconvenes in January. “The basis for Columbus Day is just not relevant anymore,” he added.

October 10, 2024

Liam Dunne, The Daily Free Press 

State Sen. James Eldridge of Middlesex and Worcester said because Uber and Lyft drivers “work alone,” their ability to unionize is limited, and this initiative allows them to organize and unionize. He said that Uber and Lyft drivers face “terrible conditions.”

October 7, 2024

M.E. Jones, Nashoba Valley Voice (also Lowell Sun)

Sen. Eldridge commended NCM Habitat for Humanity for building the duplex slated for the Newton Street site and congratulated the town of Ayer for having “the most Habitat homes in my district.” He also credited the town for “providing financial support through the Community Preservation Act to (help) build the house.”

September 30, 2024

Alexa Lewis, Amherst Bulletin

At the event, state Sen. Jamie Eldridge lauded the use of the so-called “millionaires’ tax,” or the Fair Share Amendment, to fund the MassEducate program that affords all Massachusetts residents without college degrees the chance to attend community college for free.

 Eldridge said that funding options in addition to the state’s Fair Share Amendment, which introduced a 4% surtax on all household income above $1 million annually, would have to be explored to fund a free public university system.

Eldridge explained that this would be a “first dollar” program, covering tuition, mandatory fees, housing, meal plans, transportation and books for Massachusetts residents enrolled in a public university in the state. The goal would be not only to increase access to higher education, but also to encourage residents to remain in the state, rather than moving away due to its rising cost of living.

September 26, 2024

John Osborn, The Harvard Press

In a phone conversation Thursday afternoon Harvard’s state Sen. Jamie Eldridge confirmed that he and state Rep. Dan Sena would participate in the working group, along with other area legislators.

Eldridge described the formation of a working group as a positive action by the governor.” But he noted that the purpose of the working group was to address the gaps in health care caused by the hospital closing and to rethink health care access in the Nashoba Valley region— not the reopening of the empty hospital. 

September 23, 2024

Amanda Keane, Spectrum News 1

Of course, sexual assault is against the law, but there was a legal loophole making it hard to prosecute and prove consent. Because victims have gone to those providers for care and consented to the care, it was argued that meant they consented to the assault. 

State Sen. Jamie Eldridge says that finally, that ends in Massachusetts. 

“It's important that this was put on the books and, and making sure that prosecutors, you know, district attorneys could properly prosecute this heinous crime,” said Eldridge. 

“Hopefully this will give, a little bit more, hope for victims,” said Eldridge. “And also, restore the trust between, medical professionals or religious officials and those that they're charged and, you know, are giving an oath to take good care of.”

September 23, 2024

Charlie McKenna, MassLive

State Sen. Jamie Eldridge, D-Middlesex/Worcester, pointed specifically to reforms surrounding what he dubbed solitary confinement, drawing a link between the supposed failure to follow the letter of the law and violence inside prisons.

To Eldridge, the spirit of the law has been lost in translation.

At the Souza-Baranowski prison in Lancaster, a maximum-security facility, Eldridge said men spend most of that time handcuffed to a table or in a “small outdoor cage.”

“Is that actually following the law, or is that just continued solitary confinement?” Eldridge posited.

September 19, 2024

Alexa Lewis, Daily Hampshire Gazette

“At the event, state Sen. Jamie Eldridge lauded the use of the so-called “millionaires’ tax,” or the Fair Share Amendment, to fund the MassEducate program that affords all Massachusetts residents without college degrees the chance to attend community college for free. Eldridge said that funding options in addition to the state’s Fair Share Amendment, which introduced a 4% surtax on all household income above $1 million annually, would have to be explored to fund a free public university system.”

“Eldridge explained that this would be a “first dollar” program, covering tuition, mandatory fees, housing, meal plans, transportation and books for Massachusetts residents enrolled in a public university in the state. The goal would be not only to increase access to higher education, but also to encourage residents to remain in the state, rather than moving away due to its rising cost of living.”

“While the proposed legislation is still a work in progress, Eldridge and Sena responded with some preliminary ideas for how it could address these concerns.”

September 18, 2024

Camryn Langille, John Guilfoil Public Relations

“State Sen. Jamie Eldridge, members of the Littleton School Committee, Littleton administrators, local partners, and representatives from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR), the USDA, and the U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) gathered together to enjoy a meal prepared by the Littleton High School cafeteria team on Sept. 11.”

September 17, 2024

Jenifer B. McKim, WGBH

State Sen. Jamie Eldridge, a Democrat from Acton and co-author of the Senate bill, says he also hopes the legislation will pass by the end of the year. He too was surprised by new trial court data and wondered if even more changes are necessary.

Eldridge said he’s concerned that attorneys for debt collectors may appear to be court employees who can dole out assistance, as detailed in a GBH News investigation earlier this month.

September 13, 2024

Julie Gowel, The Harvard Press

“The Harvard Public Library and its board of trustees received an official citation from the Massachusetts State Senate, hand delivered by state Sen. Jamie Eldridge, to commemorate the grand opening of its pavilion on Saturday, Sept 7. The celebration took place on and around the pavilion and included live music, cake, and games.”

September 11, 2024

Marco Cartolano, USA Today (Worcester Telegram & Gazette)

“State Sen. Jamie Jamie Eldridge, of Marlborough, who was one of seven state senators to sign a letter in July calling for Biden to drop out of the race, praised Harris on X.”

"(Donald Trump) is using ridiculously inaccurate, divisive rhetoric in (the debate) on abortion, immigrants and crime," Eldridge said. "Bravo to (Kamala Harris) for not taking the bait, pointing out Trump’s lies & explaining how she’ll move America forward."

September 09, 2024

Marilyn Schairer, WGBH (State House News Service)

“I really think it’s a state of shock,” said state Sen. Jamie Eldridge, a Democrat representing the Middlesex and Worcester District. “I know I continue to get emails from people really upset [about] the injustice of a community hospital closing in their area, especially when you see the other Steward hospitals that will remain open.”

"We’re listening to our fire chiefs, to our EMS professionals, many of whom testified at these public hearings and said 'This is this is going to cost lives,'” Sen. Eldridge said.

He said he holds Steward Health Care accountable for the closure, but he wishes the state had done more to prevent Nashoba Valley and Carney Hospital in Dorchester — both working class communities — from becoming health care deserts.

September 5, 2024

Maureen Sullivan, Community Advocate 

“State Sen. Jamie Eldridge, whose district includes several active dog parks, said he supported the earmark as a way to “better support recreational opportunities.” “

August 28, 2024

Robert Weisman, Boston Globe

“Whatever happens this weekend, we still think there’s an opportunity for these hospitals to receive bids from new operators,” said state Senator Jamie Eldridge, whose district includes the Nashoba hospital.”

August 28, 2024

Sera Congi, MSN & WCVB

"As we're saying to the Healey-Driscoll administration, which they have already done at St. Elizabeth's, provide the money, take every measure, eminent domain," said Sen. Jamie Eldridge who represents Middlesex and Worcester counties. "Meet potential hospital bidders halfway, same kind of funding that is clearly being offered to other hospitals."

August 28, 2024

Jonathan Hall, 7 News Boston (via State House News Service)

“And I have to say — it shouldn’t have to take elected officials like Councilor Flynn, Councilor Louijeune, Rep. Scarsdale, Rep. Sena, myself — it shouldn’t take us as elected officials, all this effort to get potential hospital operators and the administration to meet halfway and offer the money to keep these hospitals open, and keep them open for both regions. But that’s what it’s taking,” Eldridge said.

August 27, 2024

Daniel Leite, Colaboração para o UOL, em Saratoga Springs (EUA)

Democratic Senator for the state of Massachusetts (USA) Jamie Eldridge was in Governador Valadares in December. He attended a lecture by a Univale professor and met with local politicians. In a telephone conversation with UOL last Monday (26), he said he had seen in the state where he lives, which is one of the most sought after in the entire country by residents of Governador Valadares, that emigration is related to the financial difficulties in the city of Minas Gerais.

August 27, 2024

Peter Currier, Lowell Sun

“‘I can’t say 100%, but it is not looking good as far as what happens this weekend … but I still think there is truly an opening to save this hospital,’ said Eldridge. ‘The turnout, whether two weeks ago at the public hearing in Devens with over 500 people, and it looks to be about the same number tonight, that really has got the administration to respond, so people need to keep telling their stories about how much this hospital means to them.’”

August 27, 2024

Alex Brown, Nevada Current (also mentioned in Maine Morningstar, North Dakota Monitor, NC Newsline, Stateline)

“State Sen. Jamie Eldridge, a Democrat who sponsored the Massachusetts bill, said Hochul’s potential veto is a ‘real concern.’

“‘Sometimes in Massachusetts we look to see if something passes in a couple other states before we pass it ourselves,’ he said.

August 23, 2024

John Osborn, Harvard Press

“State Sen. Jamie Eldridge, Rep. Dan Sena, and five legislators who represent towns served by Nashoba Hospital urged Gov. Healey Wednesday afternoon to confirm to potential operators that state money will be available to assist a new owner.”

August 23, 2024

John Osborn, Harvard Press

“In a brief interview before the meeting, state Sen. Jamie Eldridge, who represents Ayer and a number of surrounding towns, said, ‘We are not giving up.’ Members of the local state delegation continue to search for someone to buy Nashoba, he said. And Salvatore Perla, Steward’s president of Nashoba, who was present for the hearing, later told the Press that he and his staff were continuing to search for a qualified buyer. ‘The bid process was done elsewhere, but we’re all still looking to get interest [in the hospital].’

August 22, 2024

Henry Schwan, Worcester Telegram & Gazette

“State Sen. Jamie Eldridge, D-Marlborough, whose district includes Nashoba, has been pushing the state to keep Nashoba open until a legitimate buyer steps forward. Eldridge isn’t aware of any specific talks between UMass and the state about Nashoba…

“‘It’s not a secret many of us as legislators in the region of Nashoba think that UMass Memorial is a natural fit for purchasing Nashoba Valley Medical Center,’ he said.”

August 20, 2024

Evrim Ağacı, The Pinnacle Gazette

“Despite the enthusiasm surrounding Harris, there remains a deep-rooted concern about the campaign's challenges. U.S. Senate Delegate Jamie Eldridge points out the need for vigilance as the Republicans rally behind Donald Trump, creating a competitive battleground.”

August 19, 2024

Sheena Goodyear, CBC Radio (Interview)

“Not that long ago, Jamie Eldridge was one of the Democrats loudly calling for the U.S. President Joe Biden to drop out of the presidential race. 

“...‘It's just been amazing to see the amount of unity that's happened in just a few weeks, with the transition from President Biden as the likely nominee, to Vice-President Kamala Harris.’

August 19, 2024

Adam Reilly, Craig LeMoult, & Kana Ruhalter, GBH

“One delegate who I spoke with yesterday — Jamie Eldridge, the state senator from Massachusetts, who’s in the progressive wing of the Democratic Party — told me that he’s actually a little worried that Democrats are so giddy and exuberant and optimistic. That’s my paraphrase, but I think it’s reasonably close to the way he framed it.

“[He said] that they are so excited about the Harris-Walz ticket that they may be getting a smidge overconfident — kind of getting to a point where they feel like, you know, we had this remarkable moment where Biden steps aside, and Harris-Walz became the ticket, and now we’re just headed toward victory.”

August 19, 2024

Kinga Borondy, Worcester Telegram & Gazette (also in MetroWest Daily News, AOL

“The move to use eminent domain has Sen. Jamie Eldridge, D-Marlborough, hoping that a potential qualified bidder will step forward and make an offer for the two remaining hospitals, Carney Hospital in Dorchester and Nashoba Valley, the latter within his district.

“‘She has indicated an openness to using state funding to get a deal done and keep Nashoba Valley and Carney open,’ said Eldridge…

August 16, 2024

Lisa Kashinksy, Brakkton Booker, Nick Reisman, Melanie Mason, Irie Sentner, & Isabella Ramírez, Politico

“‘There’s this sense that the Democrats still haven’t done enough or connected enough with voters in the middle. And I think that anger is still out there, and it can sort of easily be captured by Donald Trump’s ‘let’s break apart the whole system because it’s not working for you,’’” said Jamie Eldridge, a progressive Massachusetts state senator and delegate who had called in July for President Joe Biden to step aside from the top of the ticket. ‘I still have serious concerns that this is such a close election.’”

August 13, 2024

Kinga Borondy, Worcester Telegram & Gazette

“After Healey signed the measure, and as the legislators, supporters, advocates and families milled around, Jimenez rushed up to his mom to tell her he had just been offered an internship with Sen. Jamie Eldridge, D-Marlborough. He's on his way already.”

August 13, 2024

Alison Kuznitz, Gardner News, (via State House News Service) (also in Worcester Telegram & Gazette, AOL, Lowell Sun, and Dorchester Report)

“Sen. Jamie Eldridge, D-Acton, who is pushing to save Nashoba Valley Medical Center from closing, told the News Service last week that he believes the Healey administration is "intricately involved" behind the scenes in the maneuvering regarding Steward hospitals.

“Eldridge has said that ‘credible sources’ in union, municipal and health care circles have told him ‘there are legitimate bidders for Nashoba Valley but the message they keep getting is the administration is not truly interested in having these hospitals remain open...’”

August 7, 2024

Henry Schawn, Worcestor Telegram & Gazette

“State Sen. Jamie Eldridge, D-Marlborough, attended Tuesday night's Ayer Select Board meeting, where he said the board unanimously supported a resolution that asked Gov. Maura T. Healey's administration to declare a state of emergency for Nashoba Valley due to the potential closure of the hospital by bankrupt Steward Health Care System.

August 7, 2024

Robert Weisman & Niki Griswold, Boston Globe

“‘We acknowledge these are pretty dire circumstances,’ said state Senator Jamie Eldridge, whose district covers many of the rural communities in north central Massachusetts served by the Nashoba Valley hospital, ‘which is why we need state government to step up.’”

August 7, 2024

Boston Herald Editorial Staff, Boston Herald

“State Sen. Jamie Eldridge called on Gov. Maura Healey and her Department of Public Health this week to fight for Carney and Nashoba Valley Health and ‘declare a public health emergency.’ He sent a letter to Healey’s office asking her to just tap the brakes.

“‘We ask first and formally for the bankruptcy court to withdraw the expedited closure and for the Commissioner to withdraw DPH’s support for the expedited closure of Nashoba Valley Medical Center and Carney Hospital in the bankruptcy proceeding, and have DPH hold Public hearings, as is required by law, in both hospitals’ services areas…’”

August 6, 2024

Bob Ward, Boston 25 News

“State Senator Jamie Eldridge says there was a strong turn out from the region.

“‘PASSED TONIGHT Town of Ayer Resolution calling on @MassGovernor to declare #publichealth emergency, enforce 120-day @MassDPH reg for hospital closure & commit state $ to keep #NashobaValley Medical Center open! Powerful turnout from region, urging stronger action by state govt’” - @JamieEldridgeMA

August 5, 2024

Henry Schwan, Worcestor Telegram & Gazette

“State Sen. Jamie Eldridge, D-Marlborough, whose district includes Nashoba Valley Medical Center, voted to support the amendment. "The sentiment in the Legislature, in general, is the fight to pressure to keep the Nashoba Valley and Carney hospitals open is a bit of a lost cause," said Eldridge.”

August 1, 2024

John L. Micek, MassLive

“Sens. Jamie Eldridge and Nick Collins − whose district includes Carney − joined by Boston City Councilors John FitzGerald and Ed Flynn, stood at the front of the crowd as they met with representatives from Healey’s office, State House News Service reported.”

August 1, 2024

Neal McNamara, Sudbury Patch

“‘This humane approach will prevent more families from sleeping on the streets, reduce costs for municipalities and human service professionals,’ state Sen. Jamie Eldridge, D-Sudbury, said in a letter to Healey.”

August 1, 2024

Gintautus Dumcius, Commonwealth Beacon

“Around the corner and down the hall, senators sporadically wandered in and out of the chamber. Marlborough’s Jamie Eldridge tapped away on his Apple laptop, while Needham’s Becca Rausch briefly folded her arms and rested her chin on top of her chair as Belmont’s William Brownsberger gaveled through another small-ball bill.”

August 1, 2024

Kinga Borondy, Worcester Telegram & Gazette

“The funding for the study was added to the budget by Sen. Jamie Eldridge, D-Marlborough, and Reps. Meghan Kilcoyne, D-Clinton, Smitty Pignatelli, D-Lenox, and Dan Sena, D-Acton.”

August 1, 2024

Boston Spirit

“‘Today, Massachusetts took a major step forward in ensuring that all families are treated equally under our laws,’ said Polly Crozier, Director of Family Advocacy at GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders. ‘We are grateful to the many people, families, and advocates who have fought for years to get to this point. We thank the Senate leadership, Senate Sponsors Senators Julian Cyr and Bruce Tarr, Senate Judiciary Committee Chair Jamie Eldridge and the many Senators on both sides of the aisle who voted unanimously to pass the MPA today. With this vote the Massachusetts Senate demonstrated that fairness under the law is for everyone. We look forward to seeing the Massachusetts Parentage Act enacted and signed into law soon.’”

July 30, 2024

Editorial, Nashoba Valley Voice

“...In Steward’s case, current state law requires a provider to give 120 days’ notice before closing a hospital. But state Sen. Jamie Eldridge, whose district includes Ayer, said Steward told Ayer officials it plans to close the Nashoba Valley hospital sooner, on or around Aug. 31, Steward said in its statement.”

July 30, 2024

Jonathan Hall & Dakota Antelman, 7News Boston

“With the clock ticking on both facilities, State Sen. Jamie Eldridge called on Gov. Maura Healey to take additional action and said supporters of the hospital will continue to rally to save it. 

“‘We’re not going to give up,’ he said. ‘…We’re going to keep fighting not only to prevent the closure of Nashoba Valley Medical Center, but also to maintain the quality of health care in this region.’

July 27, 2024

Aaron Pressman, Sean Cotter, & Alexa Coultoff, Boston Globe (also quoted in Harvard Press)

“... some elected officials from the communities served by the two hospitals are not on board. State Senator Jamie Eldridge, who represents Ayer, said Nashoba Valley needs to remain open to ensure its patients are adequately cared for.

“‘The request is just outrageous and despicable,’ he said.

July 25, 2024

John Osborn, Harvard Press

“In a July 19 letter to senate conferees, state Sen. Jamie Eldridge has asked that representatives of both the Devens Committee and the Devens Enterprise Commission (DEC) be included in the working group tasked by Gov. Maura Healey’s economic development bill with planning for increased housing in Devens.

“‘The composition of the working group differs between the Senate and House versions of the bill,’ Eldridge noted in his letter...

June 22, 2024

Jon Chesto, Boston Globe

“The Senate, which often takes a tougher stance on business-related tax credits, could be a different story… Senator Jamie Eldridge, a longtime critic of industry-specific incentives, argues that the economic benefits for the film credits have been overstated, and aren’t worth the tens of millions that the state sacrifices each year; he worries a similar result could occur should the Legislature adopt the live production tax credits.”

June 21, 2024

Janet Domenitz, MASSPIRG

“The Massachusetts Senate on Thursday passed the most comprehensive plastics reduction bill  in its history. The legislation, championed by Sen. Becca Rausch and Sen. Jamie Eldridge, puts in place a statewide plastic bag ban; limits single-use food service ware such as straws, cups and cutlery; and codifies the prohibition on state purchases of single-use plastic beverage bottles, among other reforms.”

June 17, 2024

Rep. Seth Moulton Press Release

 “‘With the growing transportation crisis across Massachusetts, elected officials and transportation officials need to be bold and invest in regional solutions,’ said State Senator Jamie Eldridge (D-Marlborough). ‘I am deeply grateful to Congressman Seth Moulton for his continued leadership on connecting the North and South train networks, and this Harvard Kennedy School report underscores that Massachusetts’ best transportation investment is the North South Rail Link, with the highest return on the transit project, unlocking more economic development, housing and leisure time for residents, versus continued gridlock.”

May 25, 2024

Maureen Sullivan, Community Advocate

On May 19, a Friends Fridge was formally dedicated at Immaculate Conception Church.

The fridge runs on DC power from solar panels, with a battery backup. According to Katelyn Massey, who spearheaded this project for her Girl Scout Gold Award, this is likely the first such community fridge in the state.

“I’m so incredibly impressed with your project,” said state Sen. Jamie Eldridge, who presented Massey with a citation from the state Senate.

May 24, 2024

Jamie Eldridge, The Harvard Press Letters to the Editor 

I was so happy that the Middlesex and Worcester Senior Conference returned on April 18 at Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School in Marlborough, with more than 300 seniors from across the district in attendance.

May 23, 2024

Beth Melo, mysouthborough.com

In April senior citizens were welcomed to the annual conference hosted by our district’s state senator. His office asked me to share a letter of thanks to the Assabet Valley Regional Technical high school community for helping to put it on, and the sponsors and participants.

May 20, 2024

Neal McNamara, The Patch

MARLBOROUGH, MA — Marlborough's first community refrigerator opened Sunday at Immaculate Conception Church, an effort by a local Girl Scout and other community boosters to help alleviate food insecurity.

L to R: Marlborough Mayor Christian Dumais, student and Girl Scout Kateylun Masser, Immaculate Conception Church Rev. Steven Clemence, Marlborough Rotary’s Mark Vital, and Sen. James Eldridge at the fridge opening on Sunday.

May 16, 2024

Jiashan Zheng, Greenfield Recorder

“We’re trying to improve the care for incarcerated people when they get released to make sure they’re directly connected,” said Sen. Jamie Eldridge, D-Marlboro, emphasizing the goal to bridge the gap between prison and society by enhancing Medicaid coverage and offering other forms of reentry support.

May 13, 2024

Summer Maxwell, CommonWealth Beacon

Though disturbing, I can assure you the report is no exaggeration. I spent a day inside Bridgewater in August 2022 while serving as an intern for state Sen. Jamie Eldridge, who chairs the Massachusetts Legislature’s Criminal Justice Reform Caucus. I asked to accompany the senator on a tour of Bridgewater for lawmakers, and was tasked with observing what I could to gather information on conditions at the facility.

May 3, 2024

John Osborn, The Harvard Press

The Joint Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies of the Massachusetts Legislature announced this week it will host a hearing on Gov. Maura Healey’s “Mass Leads” economic development bill at the State House in Boston on Tuesday, May 7, at 10 a.m.

In a brief phone call, Harvard’s state senator, Jamie Eldridge, urged officials and residents of Harvard, Devens, Ayer, and Shirley to attend and make their views known to the committee.

April 27, 2024

Maureen Sullivan, Community Advocate

State Sen. Jamie Eldridge (D-Marlborough), who hosted the event, said, “It was so great to have the full senior conference back.”

“We recognize that more and more seniors are active” and would like to see what the state has to offer, said Eldridge.

April 11, 2024

Andrew Brinker, The Boston Globe

State Senator Jamie Eldridge, a Democrat from Acton and one of the Senate’s most prominent advocates for housing reform, recalls how the MMA effectively killed a bill of his that would have required communities to chart out specific plans to increase production of affordable housing.

“I really felt like for a long time that the MMA was just saying no to any zoning or housing production reform that would allow for more diversity in our housing stock,” he said.

April 11, 2024

Beth Melo, mysouthborough.com

“I look forward to hearing the concerns of seniors, discussing state initiatives to better support older residents in Massachusetts, and highlighting the work of the Legislature so far this session,” said Senator Jamie Eldridge.

April 4, 2024

Lisa Kashinski, Kelly Garrity, and Mia McCarthy, Politico Massachusetts Playbook

The hiring pause is “very concerning because, to Governor Healey’s credit, she’s laid out a bold agenda on housing, on climate action, on economic development,” state Sen. Jamie Eldridge told Playbook. “The reality is: If you don’t have the employees, especially people that are really experts in these areas, you’re not going to be able to implement that vision.”

April 4, 2024

Waylandenews

The 43rd annual Senior Conference for the Middlesex and Worcester District, presented by State Sen. Jamie Eldridge, takes place on Thursday, April 18, from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School in Marlborough. It features speakers from the Massachusetts Legislature; workshops with expert guest speakers on topics like aging well, solo aging, and resources for caregivers and family members; live music from Marlboro’s Flashback Band; free meals from Assabet Valley’s Culinary students; and as always: Raffles! This year’s event will also offer an all-new watercolor painting demonstration from Maynard Artspace.

April 3, 2024

Dan Atkinson, Boston Institute for Nonprofit Journalism

“I don’t think the state police should have gone forward to purchase this simulator,” Eldridge said. “This is another front in the potential invasion of civil liberties. It is really critical for the Mass legislature to better protect people’s privacy, including from law enforcement.”

Citing industry input, Eldridge calls proposal a ‘consensus bill’

April 1, 2024

Sam Doran, Lowell Sun (State House News Service)

Sen. Jamie Eldridge offered “thanks for the debt collectors, their representatives that I often disagree with, but their willingness to come have a seat at the table and work out what is a consensus bill.”

The Marlboro Democrat said he hoped the measure would pass the House and make it to Gov. Maura Healey’s desk, “given that this is a full consensus bill.”