State Senator John F. Keenan
@senjohnkeenan.bsky.social
MA State Senator proudly serving Abington, Braintree, Hanover, Holbrook, Rockland, and Quincy. 🍪 #MAPoli
I was happy to host the South Shore Realtors Association in the State House again this year for Realtor Day on Beacon Hill. It was great speaking with them about the issues we are facing with housing in the Commonwealth and the important role realtors play in getting people into housing
June 23, 2025 at 1:40 PM
I was happy to host the South Shore Realtors Association in the State House again this year for Realtor Day on Beacon Hill. It was great speaking with them about the issues we are facing with housing in the Commonwealth and the important role realtors play in getting people into housing
Yesterday we christened the new Quincy ferry “The Abigail Adams” named by students from Atherton Hough! The Marina Bay Ferry is a great way to get into the city and I encourage everyone to take a trip on the Abigail Adams!
June 18, 2025 at 4:48 PM
Yesterday we christened the new Quincy ferry “The Abigail Adams” named by students from Atherton Hough! The Marina Bay Ferry is a great way to get into the city and I encourage everyone to take a trip on the Abigail Adams!
I join with so many in mourning the passing of my former classmate Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark, and offer condolences to their children and family
June 17, 2025 at 7:01 PM
I join with so many in mourning the passing of my former classmate Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark, and offer condolences to their children and family
The housing crisis requires an all hands on deck approach, and the Supportive Housing Awards announced today are an important part of making housing more accessible in Massachusetts. These funds will create over 200 new housing units for low income people, including 24 in Quincy
June 16, 2025 at 7:26 PM
The housing crisis requires an all hands on deck approach, and the Supportive Housing Awards announced today are an important part of making housing more accessible in Massachusetts. These funds will create over 200 new housing units for low income people, including 24 in Quincy
Attention Red Line riders: service between Braintree & JFK/UMass will be replaced with free shuttle & Commuter Rail service the weekends of May 31 – June 1 & June 14 – 15. Please plan accordingly
May 29, 2025 at 3:27 PM
Attention Red Line riders: service between Braintree & JFK/UMass will be replaced with free shuttle & Commuter Rail service the weekends of May 31 – June 1 & June 14 – 15. Please plan accordingly
ICYMI: Weekend service is returning for the @mbta.com ferry system, including Quincy's boat. I cannot recommend this enough for Boston area residents looking for a commuting alternative. Full schedule listed below:
May 22, 2025 at 1:19 PM
ICYMI: Weekend service is returning for the @mbta.com ferry system, including Quincy's boat. I cannot recommend this enough for Boston area residents looking for a commuting alternative. Full schedule listed below:
Law Day at the Juvenile Court didn’t just feature Holbrook’s future lawyers, it also featured the talents of artists Kayle Ann Yearwood, Antoli Theodate, Kendra Moore, Nayjah Paul, Garret Culity and teacher Denerice Pallone, who donated this amazing piece to the Dedham Courthouse
May 21, 2025 at 2:49 PM
Law Day at the Juvenile Court didn’t just feature Holbrook’s future lawyers, it also featured the talents of artists Kayle Ann Yearwood, Antoli Theodate, Kendra Moore, Nayjah Paul, Garret Culity and teacher Denerice Pallone, who donated this amazing piece to the Dedham Courthouse
Holbrook students never cease to amaze me and those at this year's Law Day ceremony were no exception. Thank you to the Norfolk County Juvenile Court for hosting this great event- I'm certain many of these students will be back in the courtroom as future lawyers and judges!
May 21, 2025 at 2:49 PM
Holbrook students never cease to amaze me and those at this year's Law Day ceremony were no exception. Thank you to the Norfolk County Juvenile Court for hosting this great event- I'm certain many of these students will be back in the courtroom as future lawyers and judges!
I'm always encouraged when I meet young business owners in the district who are pursuing their dreams and adding to the fabric of our communities. It was great meeting Anthony Maldero, owner of the newly opened Hometown Barber in Hanover!
May 19, 2025 at 2:45 PM
I'm always encouraged when I meet young business owners in the district who are pursuing their dreams and adding to the fabric of our communities. It was great meeting Anthony Maldero, owner of the newly opened Hometown Barber in Hanover!
Recently the Elections Committee heard testimony on many bills, some seeking to lower the voting age and others to allow non-citizens to vote in municipal elections. Here are some details on the bills as well as my takeaways #mapoli
May 15, 2025 at 8:47 PM
Recently the Elections Committee heard testimony on many bills, some seeking to lower the voting age and others to allow non-citizens to vote in municipal elections. Here are some details on the bills as well as my takeaways #mapoli
As the needs, roles, & realities of law enforcement continue to change, regular conversations between police & law makers is so important. Thanks to the Plymouth County Chiefs of Police Association for bringing us all together this week.
May 8, 2025 at 6:40 PM
As the needs, roles, & realities of law enforcement continue to change, regular conversations between police & law makers is so important. Thanks to the Plymouth County Chiefs of Police Association for bringing us all together this week.
A reflective afternoon in Quincy yesterday for Vietnam Veterans Day. These quiet moments invite us to consider the vastly different experiences, hardships, & sacrifices many have endured for their country.
April 25, 2025 at 7:08 PM
A reflective afternoon in Quincy yesterday for Vietnam Veterans Day. These quiet moments invite us to consider the vastly different experiences, hardships, & sacrifices many have endured for their country.
Now more than ever, we need to support those living with neurodevelopmental conditions in a way that is compassionate & respectful. Thank you to the League School for Autism for the work you do and for bringing together legislators to discuss how we can help. #MAPoli
April 24, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Now more than ever, we need to support those living with neurodevelopmental conditions in a way that is compassionate & respectful. Thank you to the League School for Autism for the work you do and for bringing together legislators to discuss how we can help. #MAPoli
Congratulations Father Bill's in Quincy for being recognized by MA Clubhouse Coalition for your work empowering people recovering from mental health conditions transition back into the workforce. I was grateful to help recognize their work!
April 23, 2025 at 7:55 PM
Congratulations Father Bill's in Quincy for being recognized by MA Clubhouse Coalition for your work empowering people recovering from mental health conditions transition back into the workforce. I was grateful to help recognize their work!
A belated congrats to my legislative director Emerson Gagnon, recently recognized by MACDC with a Legislative Staff Champion Award for his work establishing the Healthy Homes Program! This initiative offers reduced interest home improvement loans to low-income individuals
April 22, 2025 at 8:44 PM
A belated congrats to my legislative director Emerson Gagnon, recently recognized by MACDC with a Legislative Staff Champion Award for his work establishing the Healthy Homes Program! This initiative offers reduced interest home improvement loans to low-income individuals
Toured the newly opened DeCristofaro Learning Center in Quincy yesterday with @edmarkey.bsky.social and Mayor Koch. This school has been a great resource for students with special needs, and it was great to hear from teachers about the great work they’re doing!
April 18, 2025 at 8:31 PM
Toured the newly opened DeCristofaro Learning Center in Quincy yesterday with @edmarkey.bsky.social and Mayor Koch. This school has been a great resource for students with special needs, and it was great to hear from teachers about the great work they’re doing!
Big shoutout to the students from Quincy's Building Up Youth program, who came to the State House to discuss their generation being targeted by big tobacco and how we can improve access to health care for all. #MAPoli Learn more at: www.the84.org
April 14, 2025 at 7:20 PM
Big shoutout to the students from Quincy's Building Up Youth program, who came to the State House to discuss their generation being targeted by big tobacco and how we can improve access to health care for all. #MAPoli Learn more at: www.the84.org
Earlier this week I visited a newly opened overdose prevention center in RI, where staff are saving lives & helping people start recovery. Facilities like this are an essential tool in combatting the opioid epidemic & I hope the Legislature will permit them here in MA
April 11, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Earlier this week I visited a newly opened overdose prevention center in RI, where staff are saving lives & helping people start recovery. Facilities like this are an essential tool in combatting the opioid epidemic & I hope the Legislature will permit them here in MA
Our first Election Laws Cmte meeting was last week. Lively discussion on bills to restore voting rights to incarcerated individuals actively trying to reintigrate into society. Thanks to all who joined us remotely & in person to share their stories & perspectives. #MAPoli
April 9, 2025 at 9:15 PM
Our first Election Laws Cmte meeting was last week. Lively discussion on bills to restore voting rights to incarcerated individuals actively trying to reintigrate into society. Thanks to all who joined us remotely & in person to share their stories & perspectives. #MAPoli
Recently celebrated Student Gov't Day at the State House! Students from all over MA came to Boston to engage in simulated versions of the legislative process. Special thanks to Layla & Robert from Quincy High School Lillian & Amy from NQHS & Finely & Alana from Hanover High #MAPoli
April 7, 2025 at 8:19 PM
Recently celebrated Student Gov't Day at the State House! Students from all over MA came to Boston to engage in simulated versions of the legislative process. Special thanks to Layla & Robert from Quincy High School Lillian & Amy from NQHS & Finely & Alana from Hanover High #MAPoli
As a former Senate Housing Committee Chair and current landlord, I have a unique perspective on broker's fees. Access to housing is difficult and expensive enough without having to burden tenants with these fees. Thanks to Rep. Tackey Chan for filing malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H335 #mapoli
April 3, 2025 at 3:44 PM
As a former Senate Housing Committee Chair and current landlord, I have a unique perspective on broker's fees. Access to housing is difficult and expensive enough without having to burden tenants with these fees. Thanks to Rep. Tackey Chan for filing malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H335 #mapoli
Housing should be a right for all those living in Massachusetts but we still have a ways to go. Thank you to @nahronational.bsky.social for providing an opportunity to talk about this today & thanks to our local housing authorities for the work you do everyday. #MAPoli
March 24, 2025 at 9:06 PM
Housing should be a right for all those living in Massachusetts but we still have a ways to go. Thank you to @nahronational.bsky.social for providing an opportunity to talk about this today & thanks to our local housing authorities for the work you do everyday. #MAPoli
John Oliver put it best on @lastweektonight.com "We put the most addictive behavior on the most addictive device. What could possibly go wrong?” We'll answer that question at the State House on 3/26, as we discuss legislative solutions & the toll gambling addiction has already taken #mapoli
March 20, 2025 at 9:06 PM
John Oliver put it best on @lastweektonight.com "We put the most addictive behavior on the most addictive device. What could possibly go wrong?” We'll answer that question at the State House on 3/26, as we discuss legislative solutions & the toll gambling addiction has already taken #mapoli
Eye care is critical but often overlooked. Thank you to the everyone from @necoboston.bsky.social who came to the State House for Optometry Day to raise awareness and discuss how we can improve access to care.
March 19, 2025 at 5:42 PM
Eye care is critical but often overlooked. Thank you to the everyone from @necoboston.bsky.social who came to the State House for Optometry Day to raise awareness and discuss how we can improve access to care.
Big congrats to the BizarBots for their great showing at @universityofri.bsky.social last week! This robotics club has provided so many Holbrook students hands-on engineering and programming experiences and introduced them to the possibilities of STEM-based careers.
March 18, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Big congrats to the BizarBots for their great showing at @universityofri.bsky.social last week! This robotics club has provided so many Holbrook students hands-on engineering and programming experiences and introduced them to the possibilities of STEM-based careers.