Feb 12, 2016 | Council in the News, State House News Service
By Katie Lannan Arguing that the debate over expanding access to charter schools in Massachusetts has been characterized by misinformation and misleading statements, charter supporters on Friday launched a new campaign they say debunks myths about the schools. The...
Feb 3, 2016 | Council in the News, State House News Service
By Andy Metzger Ahead of a potential vote on the proposal, the Massachusetts High Technology Council warned Wednesday that a proposed 4 percent surtax on incomes over $1 million would “severely limit legislative and citizen power to set and amend tax policy in...
Jan 28, 2016 | Council in the News, State House News Service
By Colin A. Young and Katie Lannan “The legislation divided the business community, winning the backing of the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce but meeting opposition from Associated Industries of Massachusetts and the Massachusetts High Technology council....
Jan 13, 2016 | Council in the News, State House News Service
By Matt Murphy Massachusetts High Technology Council President Chris Anderson said General Electric will be an “impact player” in the state’s policy, civic, educational and philanthropic life. “GE’s selection of Boston reinforces the...
Dec 16, 2015 | Council in the News, State House News Service
By Michael P. Norton Mark Gallagher, spokesman for the Massachusetts High Technology Council, told the News Service Wednesday that the suspension of the medical device tax, which stems from the Affordable Care Act, “reflects a growing bipartisan appreciation for...
Dec 14, 2015 | Council in the News, State House News Service
By Colin A. Young Gov. Charlie Baker, a handful of lawmakers and others in state government met Friday with officials from the Pentagon to highlight the Bay State’s contributions to the Department of Defense. About 30 defense officials, including the chief...
