Governor Maura Healey has introduced a $62 billion budget proposal intending to boost funding for housing, education, and transportation, leveraging revenue from the millionaires tax and aiming for a 2.6% increase in spending. The budget includes significant allocations for the financially distressed MBTA, including $765 million earmarked for operational support. However, the proposal's plan to close two state hospitals has drawn criticism from unions and raised concerns about public health impacts. Overall, the budget reflects promising investments in essential public services amidst significant financial challenges.
The budget proposal allocates $765 million in Fair Share revenue to enable $5 billion in borrowing to support transportation, aiding the financially troubled MBTA.
Despite announcing an increased budget aimed at housing and education, Governor Healey is facing backlash over the planned closure of two state hospitals.
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