Massachusetts 2022 Elections: An Early Look

Despite the fact that we are only halfway through 2021, the 2022 candidates for state-wide
office are starting to announce their bids to win over the Massachusetts electorate. With news
that Governor Baker may run for a third term and Auditor Suzanne Bump announcing that she
will not seek re-election, the news coverage on next year’s election has already started. Here
are the candidates that are rumored to run and those that have already announced their
candidacy.

MA Governor’s Race

● Professor Danielle Allen (D)- Announced candidacy
● Governor Charlie Baker (R)– Rumored to run for a third term
● Scott Donohue (D)- Announced candidacy
● Former State Senator Ben Downing (D) – Announced candidacy
● State Senator, Sonia Chang-Diaz (D) – Announced a candidacy
● Mayor of Somerville, Joseph Curtatone (D) – Rumored to run
● Attorney General, Maura Healey (D)– Rumored to run
● Orlando Silva (D) – Announced candidacy

MA Lt. Governor’s Race

● State Representative Tami Gouveia (D) – Announced candidacy
● Former Barnstable County Commissioner, Ronald Beaty (R) – Considering a run
● Rayla Campbell (R) – Announced candidacy
● State Senator Eric Lesser (D)– Rumored to run
● State Senator Adam Hinds (D) – Rumored to run

MA Auditor’s Race

● Governor’s Councillor Eileen Duff (D)– Dropped out
● State Senator Diana DiZoglio (D) – Announced candidacy
● Chris Dempsey (D) – Announced candidacy
● Senator Marc Pacheo (D) – Rumored to run

Many of the candidates are already serving in the Massachusetts Legislature, which will only
create more of a shake-up on Beacon Hill. If these candidates file papers to run for state-wide
office, then Massachusetts would see a higher rate of open seats than usual.

Nonetheless, with crowded fields forming before 2022, we are watching to see who will take
the lead and gain traction with the voters in Massachusetts.

Massachusetts Legislation update

Massachusetts Legislation Update (May 2021)

By Tenax Strategies • 28 Nov, 2022
The Tenax Strategies team is constantly monitoring key Massachusetts bills as they make their way through the legislative cycle. Here are three pieces of legislation that we’re watching as of May 2021.

Sweeping Cannabis Industry Reforms Signed into Law by Governor Baker

By admin • 11 Aug, 2022
Client Update: S.3096 An Act relative to equity in the cannabis industry Senate bill S.3096 was signed by Governor Baker on August, 11, 2022. The bill prioritizes equity in the cannabis industry but also clarifies and reinforces certain parts of the existing cannabis law including, notably, host community agreements and social consumption. Business Taxes Sets The post Sweeping Cannabis Industry Reforms Signed into Law by Governor Baker appeared first on Tenax Strategies.

More Than A Tagline

By admin • 17 Nov, 2021
Earlier this week, we celebrated the two-year anniversary of a key part of our business: our brand. Every ninety days, our team meets to reflect on our core values. We consider whether we’re living up to them and, just as importantly, whether they still reflect who we are. Two years ago, we realized they needed The post More Than A Tagline appeared first on Tenax Strategies.

Legislation Update: House Ways and Means ARPA Legislation

By admin • 01 Nov, 2021
In mid-September, Tenax wrote about the American Rescue Plan (ARPA) and how it could impact the Commonwealth. The $5.3 billion in funding allocated to Beacon Hill had the potential to dramatically change the Commonwealth’s services and would serve as an indicator of larger priorities for the upcoming session. Last Friday, the House passed an Act The post Legislation Update: House Ways and Means ARPA Legislation appeared first on Tenax Strategies.

What Opportunity Looks Like

By admin • 21 Oct, 2021
Tenax Strategies recently launched our multi-state cannabis program; the same services we’ve offered for years in Massachusetts, we now offer across a variety of emerging markets in all corners of the nation. It’s been a whirlwind of a month – identifying properties, tracking new developments, working with experts in engineering, architecture, and other technical fields The post What Opportunity Looks Like appeared first on Tenax Strategies.

American Rescue Plan Spending in Massachusetts: A Legislative Update

By admin • 16 Sep, 2021
Earlier this year, our team wrote about the implications of the American Rescue Plan (ARPA) for the Commonwealth. Massachusetts received about $5.3 billion in state fiscal relief—in addition to $3.4 billion for local governments. As Beacon Hill comes back from session, the questions we asked then are more relevant than ever. Today, we’ll update this The post American Rescue Plan Spending in Massachusetts: A Legislative Update appeared first on Tenax Strategies.

2022 Ballot Initiatives in Massachusetts

By admin • 08 Sep, 2021
Should Legislation Be Passed Through the Ballot Box? The Massachusetts Attorney General has just announced that 17 out of 30 proposed ballot initiatives have met the requirements to move forward in the ballot question process for 2022 and 2024 legislative cycles. With ballot questions becoming more common in recent elections, Tenax Strategies took a deep The post 2022 Ballot Initiatives in Massachusetts appeared first on Tenax Strategies.

How to Build a Coalition for a Public Affairs Campaign

By admin • 01 Sep, 2021
There’s power in numbers. With any public affairs campaign, you’re more likely to have a successful outcome when you have people rallying behind you, contacting local lawmakers, and raising awareness. But a group of likeminded, passionate supporters doesn’t always come together naturally. For a big win, you need more than friends and family in your The post How to Build a Coalition for a Public Affairs Campaign appeared first on Tenax Strategies.

Open for Business!

By admin • 10 Aug, 2021
A big congratulations to our client, Elevated Roots—whose adult-use cannabis facility is now open in Kingston, MA! Their journey certainly wasn’t easy. From the beginning, they were faced with restrictive zoning bylaws that took them all the way to the Attorney General.  But with guidance and strategic support, Tenax Strategies secured their retail location and The post Open for Business! appeared first on Tenax Strategies.

Sports Betting In Massachusetts: A Legislative Update

By admin • 06 Aug, 2021
In 2018, the United States Supreme Court overturned the 1992 Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act – a law that effectively banned commercial sports betting nationwide. Since then, states across the country have rushed to legalize the estimated $150 billion industry. Seeking to join neighbors Rhode Island, Connecticut, New Hampshire and New York, the Massachusetts The post Sports Betting In Massachusetts: A Legislative Update appeared first on Tenax Strategies.
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