By Bob Katzen

Gov. Maura Healey signed into law the $63.4 billion fiscal 2027 state budget. She did not veto any funding or policies in the bill.

“This budget is about lowering people’s costs, driving economic growth and supporting our kids, all without raising any taxes or fees,” said Gov. Healey. “We’re helping families afford childcare, health care and higher education, increasing support for our cities, towns and schools that we know are facing financial challenges, speeding up housing production to lower costs and making health insurance more affordable. We’re also taking important steps to protect survivors of sexual assault and make sure anyone who commits these heinous crimes is held accountable.”
“Our fiscal year 2027 budget tackles some of the biggest challenges facing Massachusetts families by making smart investments that lower costs and strengthen our communities,” said Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll. “From lowering the cost of childcare and free school meals to public transportation, housing and mental health services, this budget delivers meaningful support for residents while remaining fiscally responsible and protecting taxpayer dollars.”

“Gov. Healey had an opportunity to provide taxpayers with some relief by vetoing unnecessary spending but instead signed a $63.4 billion budget without striking a single line item,” said Paul Craney, executive director of the Mass Fiscal Alliance. “Does the governor really believe there isn’t a single dollar of waste, excess or lower-priority spending in a budget of this size? At a time when families are struggling with high housing, energy and tax costs, refusing to exercise the veto pen sends the message that Beacon Hill’s spending habits matter more than taxpayers’ ability to afford them.”