Governor of Massachusetts

Maura Healey

Democrat · Massachusetts

73rd Governor of Massachusetts, in office since 2023. Former Massachusetts Attorney General who filed over 100 lawsuits against the Trump administration. First openly lesbian governor in U.S. history. Focus on housing, climate, and the MBTA.

Record

Progressive governor tackling Massachusetts' severe housing affordability crisis. Aggressive climate investments. Strong advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and healthcare access. Battles MBTA transit system failures and infrastructure challenges.

Legislative Record

Recently signed into law

• MA S.3012 / H.5159 — Prescription Drug Affordability and Market Oversight Acts (Signed into law, Jan 8, 2025)
  Caps prescription drug copays at $25 for chronic conditions, mandates no-cost-sharing coverage for certain generics for diabetes/asthma/heart disease, establishes a PBM licensing regime (effective January 2026), and expands cost and pricing transparency.
• MA H.4138 — Affordable Homes Act (Signed into law, Aug 6, 2024)
  Authorizes $5.16 billion in housing investments over five years; legalizes accessory dwelling units up to 900 sq ft by-right in single-family zones statewide.

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