“The action of the Senate, in the recently passed State Budget, brings us closer to a more sensible public safety policy on the South Boston Waterfront, said Senator Nick Collins (D-South Boston).” “We know that shared jurisdiction between the MA State Police and Boston Police Department has worked in other parts of the First Suffolk District and elsewhere in the City of Boston. This measure will align policing services with current standards and promote stronger public safety. I want to thank the Senate Ways and Means Chairwoman Karen Spilka for bringing us together to find common ground, as well as Mayor Marty Walsh for his leadership and collaboration on this issue that impacts residents and visitors to the City of Boston,” Collins added.
