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Hello Everyone!
I’m thrilled to start 2025 by being officially sworn in as your State Representative for the 18th Middlesex District. I am deeply humbled by the incredible support from our community and honored to represent each and every one of you.
I’m ready to hit the ground running and work hard to make meaningful progress for our community.
I invite you to visit our new website, where we’ll be sharing regular updates about what’s happening on Beacon Hill and here in the District. Let’s make this year one of connection, collaboration, and positive change!
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Michelle Bouchard is a resident of Lowell’s Acre neighborhood and a community activist. Before joining Representative Tara Hong’s office, she worked for two years as a legislative aide for Senator Ed Kennedy, focusing on constituent services. Michelle is honored to continue serving her community as a legislative aide for Rep. Hong.
In her free time, Michelle volunteers in the community, and enjoys sewing and making art. She is currently studying the Khmer language at Lowell’s Cambodian Mutual Assistance Association (CMAA).
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Email: Michelle.Bouchard@mahouse.gov
Office Phone: (978) 226 - 8964 |
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Join Us for Office Hours!
We're excited to host our first Office Hours in the District, and we'd love to meet you! Stop by and say hello, share your thoughts, ask questions, or discuss ways we can support you. We are here for you.
📅 Saturday, February 15
📍 Nibanna Cafe
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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- HD.381 An Act relative to digital inclusion for seniors
- HD.382 An Act relative to intergenerational community engagement
- HD.383 An Act establishing the Massachusetts veterans service dog program
- HD.385 An Act relative to enhancing civic education in Massachusetts public schools
- HD.391 An Act establishing a rent stabilization commission
- HD.436 Resolutions condemning political oppression and encouraging free and fair elections in Cambodia
- HD.969 An Act relative to educator pay
- HD.2466 An Act aligning the long-term capital gains tax rate with the short-term capital gains tax rate
- HD.3756 An Act to promote Yes in God's Backyard, allowing religious institutions to build affordable housing on their property
(The bills are still being finalized, and the language is currently under review by House Counsel. Updates will be provided.)
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- HD.157 An Act to promote equity among lessors
- HD.238 An Act eliminating forced broker's fees
- HD.929 An Act relative to emergency hazard health duty
- HD.1228 An Act establishing Medicare for All in Massachusetts
- HD.1482 An Act relative to sexual assault counselor task force
- SD.1484 An Act to increase housing production in the city of Lowell
- HD.2096 An Act establishing the hunger free campus initiative
- HD.2271 An Act to promote comprehensive and inclusive curriculum in schools
- HD.3731 An Act relative to a Veterans' Hall of Fame Commission
- HD.849 An Act to improve access, opportunity, and capacity in Massachusetts vocational-technical education
- HD.935 An Act relative to preventing fraud and establishing regulations on certain virtual currencies
- HD.948 An Act relative to firearm industry accountability and gun violence victims’ access to justice
- HD.1054 An Act relative to prevailing wages
- HD.1243 An Act relative to transparency in private utility construction contracts
- HD.1482 An Act relative to sexual assault counselor task force
- HD.1806 An Act to improve pedestrian safety
- HD.3390 An Act combating offshore tax avoidance
- HD.3991 An Act relative to roadway excavation quality assurance
If there are any other bills you'd like me to support, please contact my office.
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January 8th I was proud to join my colleagues as Governor Healey signed two important bills into law: S.3012 An Act relative to pharmaceutical access, costs, and transparency, and H.5159 An Act enhancing the market review process. These laws focus on lowering the cost of healthcare, capping prescription drug costs, and increasing oversight of private healthcare providers.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pypNTuBUg04
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January 10th I had the honor of participating in the JROTC Career Day at Lowell High School. It was amazing to connect with nearly 200 students in the program and share my journey—from my time as an LHS student and former JROTC cadet to where I am today. I also offered a few pieces of career advice and enjoyed revisiting my old classroom and reconnecting with the instructors who had such a big impact on me.
A huge thank-you to Dr. Tahina Montoya, Senior Advisor for Public Engagement at the White House, for organizing such a meaningful event! |
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January 13th Thank you to the Massachusetts Health Connector for hosting the press event to raise awareness about Open Enrollment. Although the January 23rd deadline has passed, you can still reach out for assistance if you need help with your health coverage.
Thanks to expanded ConnectorCare eligibility, more residents now have access to affordable, high-quality insurance with low premiums, no deductibles, and no-cost prescription drugs for chronic conditions.
If you have questions or need support, feel free to contact my office or the Health Connector team. Visit www.MAhealthconnector.org for more information!
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Are you REAL ID ready?
Starting May 7, 2025, every air traveler aged 18 and older will need a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or another TSA-accepted form of ID for domestic air travel and access to certain federal facilities.
To get your Massachusetts REAL ID, you’ll need:
- Proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful presence
- Your Social Security Number
- Proof of Massachusetts residency
Visit https://www.mass.gov/real-id for more information and ensure you’re prepared for the upcoming deadline! If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out to my office. |
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