By Bob Katzen

The Senate 38-0, override Gov. Healey’s $1,530,735 veto reduction (from $39,250,384 to 37,719,649) in early intervention services.

“This particular veto would reduce funding for the early intervention program, which provides crucial support to infants and toddlers experiencing or at risk for developmental delays, as well as supporting their families and caregivers,” said Sen. Comerford. “Since the COVID-19 pandemic, families have faced significant challenges to accessing and using these early intervention services. This funding represents a critical component of the Legislature’s ongoing commitment to increasing the program’s capacity for the sake of the children and their families across the commonwealth.”

In her veto message, Gov. Healey said, “I am reducing this item to align with current utilization trends.”

(A “Yes” vote is for the $1,530,735.)

Sen. Patricia Jehlen Yes