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2026 State House Sixth Suffolk District Choose 1

The Massachusetts House of Representatives comprises 160 members, each representing a district of approximately 40,000 people and elected to a two-year term with no term limits. As required by the Massachusetts Constitution, the House meets year-round in either formal or informal sessions to consider statewide legislation. The Massachusetts House is led by the Speaker of the House, who is elected by the members of the body at the beginning of each two-year legislative session.

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Russell Earl Holmes (Dem)

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What legislation would you support to address the rising costs-of-living for any of the following: housing, childcare, transportation, utilities and groceries?

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Discuss your thoughts on how to best balance energy affordability with the state’s clean energy goals.

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How do you propose to make health care more affordable in Massachusetts?

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How can the state increase funding to municipalities that have difficulties providing basic needs without Proposition 2 ½ overrides?

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How would you propose to ensure the security and independence of state elections in the face of possible interference by federal agents and activists?

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How do you plan to protect the legal rights and safety of immigrants and their families?

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