Since 1977, the Massachusetts High Technology Council has represented the interests of our diverse technology industry in Massachusetts and in Washington, DC. Through efforts of our CEO members, we continue to work to make Massachusetts the world's most attractive place to create, operate, and expand technology businesses.
Because our public policy priorities are set directly by technology CEOs, we are able to pursue a focused and aggressive agenda. This unique approach has resulted in many historic victories, including the passage of Proposition 2 ½, the creation of the state’s Research & Development Tax Credit, and the first-ever state investment in science and technology. Click here for a historical review of our accomplishments.
In 2003, the Council formed the Massachusetts Defense Technology Initiative (now the Defense Technology Initiative), a public-private partnership that led the state's successful strategy to preserve Hanscom Air Force Base and the Natick Soliders Systems Center - and the related 33,000 jobs - through the 2005 federal base closing process. The work of DTI continues today to enhance the competitiveness of the state's defense and homeland security technology clusters.
The Council also manages three member programs, which provide cost savings and superior service for technology employers energy, workers compensation and health care needs.
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RECENT NEWS AND EVENTS
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Clean Energy for High Tech - March 26, 2008
Click here for an overview of the event and presentations
High Tech Council CEO Survey Projects Job Growth for 2008
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Click here to view results Defense Technology Initiative Takes Regional Focus
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November 26, 2007

October 23, 2007
Thank you to the more than 200 technology leaders and educators who attended the High Tech Council's 30th Anniversary Dinner and made the event a huge success.
High-Tech Chiefs Establish Fund to Buoy Public Education in State
MHTC Launches Fund for World Class Schools
Click here to learn more about the Council's K-12 education initiative
$13 Million Grant Launches Mass. AP Initiative
MHTC Celebrates 30 Years of Keeping Massachusetts Globally Competitive
As part of our year-long anniversary celebration, WBZ has aired monthly radio ads featuring MHTC President Chris Anderson. Please click below to listen to ads on the following topics:
MHTC Releases Results of BioPharma Study
Learn Why Massachusetts Needs a Long-Term Revenue Growth Strategy
Click here for Mass High Tech editorial
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