Projects to explore solar energy, promote renewable energy literature 

February 26, 2010 ... Sen. Richard T. Moore, D-Uxbridge, and Rep. John V. Fernandes, D-Milford, recently announced that the Town of Milford has been awarded $10,550 from the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (CEC) for two projects.

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Sen. Moore calls on State Purchasing Agent to ensure safety of state drivers

February 25, 2010 ... Taking notice of a number of Toyota Prius automobiles sporting state license plates, Sen. Richard T. Moore, D-Uxbridge, recently took action in ensuring employees’ safety, given the nationwide recall on many Toyota car models. In a letter addressed to the Massachusetts State Purchasing Agent, Sen. Moore inquired as to how many Prius’ the state has in its possession, and whether or not any action had been taken in bringing the models to the manufacturer for inspection.

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February 24, 2010 ... As part of an Early Education and School Age Programs Advocacy Day at the State House, Sen. Richard T. Moore, D-Uxbridge, met with several parents and children of the South Middlesex Opportunity Council (SMOC). Joining Sen. Moore (L-R) was Miguel Colon of Framingham, Eunice Ramos of Franklin, Varnesia Barreto of Milford, and Peach Warren of Hopedale, who is Family Services Manager for SMOC.

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Veteran legislator offers additional measures for legislation, key provision already included

February 23, 2010 ... Continuing his call for small business relief and an improvement in government efficiency, Sen. Richard T. Moore, D-Uxbridge, today offered testimony in support of his provisions to enhance an economic development bill led by Senate President Therese Murray, D-Plymouth, and Sen. Karen E. Spilka, D-Ashland, Senate Chairwoman of the Joint Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.

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February 23, 2010 ... Addressing members of the Greater Milford Business Alliance Tuesday morning, Milford's state senator, Richard T. Moore, D-Uxbridge, told the gathering that the Legislature's top priority was to put people back to work and to make state government work in a more cost-effective manner.

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February 18, 2010 ... Sen. Richard T. Moore, D-Uxbridge, (top row, center) stands in support with his colleagues in the Legislature to support Go Red For Women at the Massachusetts State House. Go Red For Women, which was held on February 2, is the American Heart Association’s campaign to raise awareness among women about heart disease, which kills one woman a minute. In fact, heart disease kills more women than the next five leading causes of death combined—including all forms of cancer. In addition, the direct and indirect cost of cardiovascular diseases in the U.S., including stroke, averages $475.3 billion annually. 

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State Net Capitol Journal Spotlight on Senator Moore

February 18, 2010 ... Sen. Richard T. Moore, D-Uxbridge, Senate Chairman of the Legislature's Joint Committee on Health Care Financing and a key architect of Massachusetts' landmark 2006 health reform law, and its counterpart Health Care Quality and Cost Control law of 2008, was recently spotlighted in the newest edition of State Net Capitol Journal.

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DHCD Weather Assistance Program grant awarded to Uxbridge

Stimulus funding supports grant for Housing Authority

February 17, 2010 ... Sen. Richard T. Moore, D-Uxbridge, Rep. Jennifer Callahan, D-Sutton, and Rep. Paul Kujawski, D-Webster, recently announced that the Uxbridge Housing Authority will be receiving $132,110 for heating system replacements in the Housing Authority’s Veterans Parkway and Waterman Apartments facilities in Uxbridge. The Award is being funded largely through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) Weatherization Assistance Program. The program provides eligible households with full-scale home energy conservation services.

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Sen. Moore says new program gives district a chance to spotlight its special places

February 16, 2010 ... As a member of the Legislature’s Joint Committee on Tourism, the Arts and Cultural Development, Sen. Richard T. Moore, D-Uxbridge, is inviting residents of the Worcester & Norfolk District to nominate their favorite places in Massachusetts.

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By Senator Richard T. Moore

Last month, the state reported that the Massachusetts jobless rate had jumped in December to 9.4 percent, up from 8.7 percent in November. The numbers clearly showed that workers are still taking it on the economic chin here. But economists say employment is growing in key sectors in Massachusetts, suggesting that the economy may be close to actually generating jobs.

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Grants will support technologies to control costs and enhance quality of health care

February 16, 2010 ... Sen. Richard T. Moore, a Democrat from Uxbridge who is Senate Chairman of the Legislature’s Joint Committee on Health Care Financing, recently joined Governor Deval Patrick and the Massachusetts Congressional Delegation in announcing that Massachusetts has secured $25.6 million in federal funding to support health information technology initiatives in the Commonwealth. Massachusetts will receive a $15 million grant to support the implementation of electronic health records for approximately 2,500 health care providers in small group practices across the Commonwealth and an additional $10.6 million grant to support the development of a secure network to support a statewide health information exchange.

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Commercial use contested

By Brian Lee TELEGRAM & GAZETTE STAFF

Stephen P. Atwood is challenging Massachusetts regulations requiring large pickup trucks to have commercial plates and DOT inspections. He uses his Ford F350 to haul his RV trailer. 

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February 12, 2010 ... In an effort to relieve economic burdens on small businesses and create new jobs, Sen. Richard T. Moore, D-Uxbridge, on Thursday voted to freeze the Unemployment Insurance rate, which was scheduled to increase by nearly $300 per employee. Without the freeze, the average employer would see the per-employee payment jump from $584 to $852.

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Local legislator recently visits Milford Boy Scout Troop

February 11, 2010 ... Sen. and Mrs. Richard T. Moore, D-Uxbridge, enjoy pancakes served by Milford Scout Troop 4 at St. Mary's of the Assumption Parish Center last Sunday, February 7. Sen. Moore, a frequent speaker at Eagle Scout Courts of Honor, is a long-time supporter of the scouting program and, this week, introduced a Senate Resolution honoring the Boy Scouts of America on the one hundredth anniversary of the organization. The Boy Scouts of America have served more than one hundred million members since its foundation, including a host of U.S. Representatives, Senators, Governors, Astronauts, Nobel Prize winners, Cabinet members, and one President, Gerald R. Ford. (Courtesy Photo by Nancy Ahrens)

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Veteran lawmaker asks colleagues to join in pushing for reform of commercial vehicle regulation on pickup trucks

February 9, 2010 ... Recently sworn-in Massachusetts Senator Scott Brown’s infamous pickup truck isn’t the only truck that Brown’s former colleague, Sen. Richard T. Moore, D-Uxbridge, has heard about lately. Recently, the veteran lawmaker was asked by a Webster constituent to help combat a Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) policy that requires some private truck owners to pay for commercial plates. Registry regulations state that “any vehicle with five or more wheels on the ground” must be registered commercially.

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Sen. Moore’s bill heads to the House of Representatives

February 8, 2010 ... The Senate recently passed legislation that brings Massachusetts one step further in joining the other 49 states in increasing access and reducing costs for eye care and glaucoma treatment. Sen. Richard T. Moore, D-Uxbridge, who is Senate Chairman of the Legislature’s Joint Committee on Health Care Financing, has offered the legislation that allows optometrists to prescribe medications and treat glaucoma. Currently, optometrists are only allowed to co-manage treatment, and patients must visit an ophthalmologist to actually receive prescriptions and direct treatment.

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Hears from Webster voters

February 8, 2010 ... Kicking off his annual “District Days” in Webster on February 5, Sen. Richard T. Moore, D-Uxbridge, learned about a wide variety of concerns from Webster residents. The Senator, accompanied by his Constituent Services Director Timothy Greene, made a number of stops during the day – the first of several “listening” events in the towns that he represents on Beacon Hill.

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February 4, 2010 ... Councils on Aging (COA) throughout the Worcester & Norfolk District will soon be receiving significant state funds from the Executive Office of Elder Affairs, according to Sen. Richard T. Moore, D-Uxbridge.  The district will be receiving $177,793 in total funding, as part of the Department's Councils on Aging Formula Grants program.

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February 2, 2010 ... Local cultural councils have been awarded a total of $67,440 in funding from the Massachusetts Cultural Council (MCC), Sen. Richard T. Moore, D-Uxbridge, recently announced. The funding will be used to support cultural programs within communities in the Worcester & Norfolk district that Sen. Moore represents. Each council receives an appropriation from MCC, based on the state of local aid formula, and uses it to award grants based on individual community needs.

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February 1, 2010 ... Before World War II, the largest Jewish population in any country could be found in Poland. By 1944, ninety percent of that population had been killed or fled Nazi persecution. The remaining Jews in Poland and those who returned after the war found life under Soviet Communism only marginally better causing many Jews to keep their religion secret. However, the return of democracy to Poland in 1989 and the influence of Pope John Paul II, has resulted in a more robust and optimistic Jewish community.

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February 1, 2010 ... Last week, in a formal session of the Massachusetts State Senate, Sen. Richard T. Moore, D-Uxbridge, voted against Senate Bill 2251, An Act to Regulate the Use of Off Highway and Recreation Vehicles.  While the Senator understands the need to protect children from injury, he ultimately voted against the legislation because of its denial of a family being able to enjoy a recreational activity while practicing responsible, commonsense supervision.  Sen. Moore received many e mails and calls on the legislation, which aided the Senator in offering several amendments to the bill.  You may read the Senator's response to the passage of S 2251, and his efforts in making necessary changes to the legislation below:

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