By Bob Katzen

The Senate 38-0, overrode Gov. Healey’s $300,000 veto reduction (from 8,864,721 to 8,564,721) in programs for the blind.

“This particular veto would eliminate earmarked funding for maximizing the independent living skills of legally blind residents,” said Sen. Comerford. “The earmarked funding is intended to support rehabilitation programs, housing assistance services, adjustment counseling services and devices, software and technology training for the blind. This funding represents a crucial piece of the Senate’s commitment to providing a robust system of supports for blind and visually impaired residents of the commonwealth.”

In her veto message, Gov. Healey said, “I am reducing this item to the amount projected to be necessary. This reduction is not expected to impact planned programming.”

(A “Yes” vote is for the $300,000.)

Sen. Patricia Jehlen Yes