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Early Wednesday, Malden was awarded $225,000 in federal grants for the Malden Fire Department. The funding, awarded through the Federal Emergency Management Administration’s Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) and the Fire Prevention and Safety Grants programs, will provide funds for the purchase of new portable radios, and fire and arson investigation equipment for the department.

The award of these grants was made possible by the cooperation and advocacy of Malden’s state and federal delegations throughout FEMA’s grant process.

“With most folks at home, we’ve seen higher call rates for emergencies, and it’s more important now than ever that our emergency services have the resources they need” said Representative Steven Ultrino (D-Malden). “I’m proud to have worked with our federal delegation to win these funds for the equipment Malden’s firefighters need to stay safe while they continue to save lives and serve our City.”

For more information, please contact Representative Ultrino’s office at (617) 722-2460 or email him at Steven.Ultrino@MaHouse.Gov.


Dedicated hours will be by appointment only every Wednesday through September at five Service Center locations

The Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) is announcing that it will begin offering dedicated service hours for customers who are 75 years of age or older and are required to renew their Massachusetts driver’s license in person. The new designated service hours will be by appointment only and will be offered on Wednesdays through the month of September at select service center locations. The services will begin on Wednesday, September 2, at the Watertown Service Center with additional locations in Danvers, Leominster, New Bedford, and South Yarmouth to follow beginning on Wednesday, September 9. The RMV is offering this new customer service option to facilitate proper “social-distancing” protocols to keep customers and staff safe and healthy.

The following service centers will exclusively serve these customers who make renewal appointments:

Danvers Service Center (starting September 9​th​)

Leominster Service Center (starting September 9​​th​)

New Bedford Service Center (starting September 9​​th​)

South Yarmouth Service Center (starting September 9​​th​)

Watertown Service Center (starting September 2​nd​ ​)


Below are all other options for seniors to renew by appointment:

● If you are a AAA member, you may make a reservation now to renew your driver’s license/ID at a AAA location. Visit aaa.com/appointments to schedule your visit.

● If you are not a AAA member, visit Mass.Gov/RMVto make a reservation to renew at an RMV Service Center. Select the Seniors License Renewal option on the Make/Cancel a Reservation transaction.

● Email the RMV for assistance to renew at MassDOTRMVSeniors@dot.state.ma.us

● Call the RMV at 857-368-8005.

License and ID renewal appointments are also available at our other open RMV Service Centers that offer general appointments to the public. Select Renew My Driver’s License or Mass ID option on the Make/Cancel a Reservation at Mass.Gov/RMV to view availability and make a

reservation at one of these locations.

“It’s more important now than ever that we ensure folks have access to reliable transportation and this is especially true for our seniors,” said Representative Steve Ultrino (D-Malden). “I’m glad that the RMV has committed to these new renewal options for seniors so our seniors can easily renew their licenses and continue to get around safely during these difficult times.”

For additional information on RMV service offerings during the COVID-19 pandemic, please visit www.mass.gov/rmv or contact Representative Ultrino’s office at (617) 722-2460.

While the legislative session would normally have ended in July, both the House and Senate extended the legislative session so we can continue to fight for the resources people need to make it through the ongoing pandemic. Since my last update, I've fought hard to win funding for Malden, and even passed my own legislation banning hair discrimination in the Commonwealth. Before I get to those updates, I want to take a moment to welcome my new Legislative Aide, Matt Walsh! Matt graduated from Amherst College in 2019, and has lived in Malden ever since,  working on various campaigns in and around our district. Matt brings experience in constituent services and advocacy that will make him a great advocate for our city, and I'm excited to have him by my side working for Malden! Check out the updates below to learn more about our efforts in the House, local resources, and more!

Passed in the House

  • H.4910: An Order Suspending Joint Rule 12A

    • Status: Passed in the General Court

    • Extends our formal session in the House of Representatives and the Senate past July 31st


  • H.4888: An Act Putting Patients First (Cosponsor)

    • Status: In conference committee

    • Requires telehealth coverage for individuals covered under the GIC, MassHealth, Insurers, Hospital Service Corporations, Medical Service Corporations, HMOs, and PPOs

    • Establishes COVID-19 specific provisions addressing the expiration of temporary healthcare professional licensing, rate-setting for out-of-network care, and copay-free in-patient treatment for Coronavirus in 2021  


  • H.4912: An Act Creating a 2050 Roadmap to a Clean and Thriving Commonwealth 

    • Status: Passed in the General Court

    • Updates the state greenhouse gas emissions reduction limit to net zero by 2050, requiring interim targets of at least a 50% decrease from 1990 levels by 2030, and a 75% decrease by 2040

    • Establishes a Clean Energy Equity Workforce and Market Development Program to create programs to increase low-income and environmental justice populations' access to the benefits of the green economy.


  • H.4930: An Act Prohibiting Discrimination Based on Natural Hairstyles (Lead Sponsor)

    • Status: Awaiting consideration in the Senate

    • Bans workplace discrimination based on natural hairstyles to protect Massachusetts workers, particularly people of color, from workplace discrimination based on their appearance

    • Inspired by Mya and Deanna Cook of Malden


Money for Malden

  • Malden Public Schools have received $10,000 for behavioral and mental health support services through the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education's Supporting Students' Behavioral and Mental Health and Wellness Grant.

  • Malden Public Schools will receive a $3.3 million increase in Chapter 70 funding from FY20.

  • Through the advocacy of Malden’s Disability Commission, the City of Malden recently received a $40,000 grant from Governor Baker’s Community Compact Program to complete an American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan.

In the District

  • I'll begin my new series of virtual office hours this Thursday, August 27, 10:00 - 11:00 AM. I'll be continuing these virtual office hours on the second Thursday of each month at 7:00 - 8:00 PM, and the fourth Thursday of each month at 10:00 - 11:00 AM until we can once again meet in person. Click here to join me then!

  • According to DPH, Malden's percentage of positive COVID-19 tests has decreased to 2.06% to 2.9% from the week of 8/10 to the week of 8/17

  • There is a ballot drop off box available in the new City Hall lobby at 215 Pleasant Street as a convenience for mail-in and absentee ballots. No appointment is needed for dropping off ballots. A greeter will open the door and allow you to place your ballot in the ballot box. New City Hall hours are Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 8:00AM-5:00PM and Tuesday 8:00AM-7:00PM and closed Fridays.

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