House and Senate Pass The Arc’s Priority Archaic Language Bill

Every individual in our Commonwealth deserves to be treated with dignity and respect, and this legislation will help us to achieve this ideal.

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Ask Your Legislators to Support The Arc’s Budget Priorities

We have reached the final stage of the state budget process. Now, we need your help to ensure that our priorities are included in the final budget.

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Just Announced: The 2026 Transition Conference

Plan to join The Arc of Massachusetts on Saturday, October 24 at the Renaissance Framingham Hotel and Conference Center for Transition Journeys 2026: Tools for Today, Hope for Tomorrow.

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The Arc Celebrates Progress and Possibility at Annual Gala

This year’s event highlighted three Partners in Progress, whose work advances opportunities and rights for people with IDD and autism: Hon. Denise Garlick, Brian Kremer, and Dr. Dorothy W. Tolchin.

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Government Affairs News Press Releases

June 4, 2026

Massachusetts House and Senate Pass The Arc’s Long-Time Priority Archaic Language Bill

BREAKING: The Massachusetts House and Senate have passed The Arc's long-time priority Archaic Language Bill! Statement from Maura Sullivan, CEO of The Arc of Massachusetts: “Finally! The Arc of Massachusetts is…

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News Press Releases

June 4, 2026

The Arc of Massachusetts Recognizes Katerina Daley with Communication Catalyst Award, The Arc’s 2026 Staff Excellence Award

We are thrilled to announce Katerina Daley, Director of Communications, is the recipient of The Arc’s 2026 Annual Meeting Staff Excellence Award: The Communication Catalyst Award! Navigating communications in a…

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Federal Issues Government Affairs Medicaid News Press Releases

June 4, 2026

The Arc of Massachusetts Statement on Medicaid Work Requirements Included in New Interim Final Rule

On June 1, 2026, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) issued their interim final rule regarding how states are to implement Medicaid work requirements. These work requirements come…

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