Author Archives: Jeffrey Roy

Senate, House Announce New Website Features and Improvements

Senate President Therese Murray (D-Plymouth) and House Speaker Robert A. DeLeo (D-Winthrop) announced updates to the public website that will allow users to personalize their experience when navigating bills, committees, hearing information and connecting with legislators. “The Legislature’s public website … Continue reading

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Bill allows regionalization of dispatch services

Earlier in the week, I was joined by Franklin Town Administrator Jeffrey Nutting and Fire Chief Gary McCarraher, to testify before the Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security regarding House No. 2189, an Act establishing a district to operate … Continue reading

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FY14 budget passes house

The House passed a balanced FY ’14 budget focused on increased government accountability and oversight across the Commonwealth. It provides some additional funding with no increase in the income tax as proposed by Gov. Deval Patrick back in January. It’s … Continue reading

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Medway to Participate in Massachusetts Solar Incentive Program

Representative Jeffrey N. Roy (D – Franklin) announced that Medway will participate in the first round of the 2013 Solarize Massachusetts program (Solarize Mass), a grassroots clean energy marketing, education and group-buying program. Roy is a member of the House … Continue reading

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Come to Jeff’s “House-Party” on March 23

Join State Rep. Jeff Roy and his band, Ben Gardner’s Boat, along with special guests Low Priority and DJ Bob Costello as we celebrate our campaign victory! Listen to great music, enjoy delicious appetizers and dance the night away—or just … Continue reading

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House passes unemployment insurance rate freeze legislation

State Representative Jeffrey N. Roy (D – Franklin) joined his colleagues in the Massachusetts House of Representatives in passing legislation that freezes a scheduled increase in the unemployment insurance assessment paid by all employers. “During the campaign, I talked frequently … Continue reading

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Roy appointed to Education, Judiciary and Global Warming and Climate Change Committees

State Representative Jeffrey N. Roy (D – Franklin) was appointed to three committees in the Massachusetts House of Representatives by Speaker Robert A. DeLeo yesterday. Roy will service on the Education, Judiciary, and Global Warming and Climate Change Committees. “It’s … Continue reading

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Office hours announced

State Representative Jeffrey Roy (D-Franklin) announced today that constituent office hours will be held in Franklin on Tuesday, January 29th and in Medway on Tuesday, February 5th as follows: Franklin – 6:00 PM at the Franklin Municipal Building, 355 East … Continue reading

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Introductory Video

In this short clip (1 minute), Jeff  speaks about the role of a legislator, priorities for the district, and encourages constituents to contact the office with questions, comments and concerns.

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Franklin and Medway make College Board Honor Roll

Franklin and Medway joined almost four dozen school districts across Massachusetts in being named to the College Board’s 2012 AP District Honor Roll.  The honor roll recognizes school districts that expand access to Advanced Placement (AP) curriculum and help maintain … Continue reading

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