Vanna Howard

Thank you Senate President Spilka, House Speaker Mariano, Rep Tackey Chan and @RepVannaHoward @RepSimonCataldo @StateRepElliott @RepDonaldWong @ReyesStateRep for honoring Massachusetts State Capitol Diwali Celebrations!

Pleased Lowell and Tewksbury Police have been awarded in grant funding to improve road safety, through the Municipal Road Grant Safety Program, which will help to keep our pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorists safe while on the road.

I am pleased to share that Lowell will receive $500,000 through the FY25 Recreation/Conservation Grant funding for park development and/or conservation area protection, made possible by the Legislature’s support. Thank you to all who advocated in securing this funding.

I condemn the desecration of BAPS Mandir in Melville, NY. I stand united with the Hindu community. Hate has no place in our society or our place of worship.

Congratulations to the City of Lowell for receiving MVP awards to improve climate resiliency!

Today the caucus & Sen. Payano hosted the Asian Business Empowerment Council at the State House to present their groundbreaking report providing hard data on the state of AAPI-owned businesses in MA. Check out the report here: tbf.org/-/media/tbf/re… #mapoli

Housing is the #1 challenge we face as a state – just ask anyone looking to rent or buy right now. There just aren’t enough homes, and it’s driving up costs. The Housing Development Incentive Program jumpstarts local housing market and unlocks investment in our neighborhoods and downtowns. Today, we awarded $27M to 13 developments in Gateway Cities like Lowell, Fall River and Pittsfield.

Had the opportunity to join leaders in Lowell yesterday to mark the two year anniversary of the Dobbs decision. Together we recommitted to ensuring that MA remains a beacon for reproductive equity and that anti-abortion extremism will not be tolerated in our communities!

Please join us for the 3rd Annual Diaper Drive to benefit The Wish Project. Saturday, June 15, 2024 8am-10am Cawley Stadium, 424 Douglas Rd, Lowell The Wish Project is serving so many more families than ever before. This collection drive will help relieve some stress on parents.

Today the caucus met with the AAPI Commission's Youth Council to discuss the importance of representation, the caucus's legislative priorities, and how young people can get involved. #mapoli #aapimonth #aapiheritagemonth

Always terrific to attend the Merrimack Valley Central Labor Council #maleg Breakfast at Greater #Lawrence Technical High School in #Andover! I was so happy to re-connect with so many #laborunion friends & allies that I don’t see as often in the region! #mapoli #organizedlabor

It was great to see @PrezPhil and the @LowellPSD / @LowellHigh team! Grateful to @StateRepElliott and @RepVannaHoward for hosting and bringing students into the House of Representatives to see a bit of MA history. @middlesex_cc @ProjectLEARN_MA #EarlyCollegeDay24 #maedu #mapoli

Happy AAPI Heritage Month! May is a time to honor our vibrant, unique, and diverse community. We'll be celebrating all month long, so follow along! #mapoli #AAPIMonth #AAPIHeritageMonth

Last week we wrapped up a very successful budget debate in the House. A special thank you to @RonMariano and @RepMichlewitz for their support on two priority amendments that were adopted by the House. #mapoli

Looking forward to this event tonight with @ProgressiveMass! Speakers: @McGovernMA & @Ruthzee Awardees: No Cost Calls/Keep Families Connected, @BeaconHillUnion, @RepVannaHoward, @Etel_Haxhiaj, and @HollyRyanMA #mapoli secure.actblue.com/donate/pmgala24

The Women's Caucus Board of Directors had a productive meeting today with Speaker @RonMariano to discuss our partnership and many areas of shared interest.

Thank you to House Minority Leader @RepBradJones for meeting with members of the Women's Caucus Board of Directors today to discuss our shared priority areas!

Thank you to Senate President Spilka for meeting with members of the Women's Caucus Board of Directors today. We appreciate your partnership and our many shared priority areas!

Thank you to @RepVannaHoward and her Fellow Ricky Canales for visiting our Lowell CBHC last week. We appreciate your continued support and advocacy on behalf of our community!

Thank you to City Manager @tomtipagolden for providing an in-depth tour of affordable #housing in #Lowell.  With @RepVannaHoward and @StateRepElliott, I visited two affordable homeownership developments, grabbed coffee at Brew'd Awakening & talked about the #AffordableHomesAct.