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Governor
Governor, Massachusetts
November 3, 2026 · 8 statements · 2026.09.23-47f78560
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Massachusetts should cut its income tax rate from 5% to 4%.
Background
Massachusetts taxes most income at a flat 5%, plus a 4% surtax on income over about $1 million. A November 2026 ballot question would lower the base rate to 4%.
Massachusetts should require cities and towns to allow starter homes on small lots.
Background
Most local zoning in Massachusetts sets minimum lot sizes that can rule out small single-family homes. This would require towns to permit them in some areas.
Massachusetts should let state and local police help federal agents enforce immigration law.
Background
A 2017 state court ruling bars Massachusetts police from holding people only on federal immigration detainers. This would allow police to assist with civil immigration enforcement.
I have heard firsthand from sheriffs, from law enforcement. They're going to be releasing violent criminals or known drug dealers back into the communities once this goes into effect.
Interview or debate · Aug 31, 2026 · retrieved Sep 23, 2026
Massachusetts should keep its legal requirement to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
Background
A 2021 state law requires Massachusetts to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Keeping it would leave the requirement and its interim targets in place.
Massachusetts should let cities and towns opt out of stricter energy building codes.
Background
Many Massachusetts towns have adopted the state's stretch or specialized energy codes for new buildings. This would make it easier to leave or avoid those codes.
Massachusetts should keep the gun law it passed in 2024.
Background
The 2024 law regulates untraceable ghost guns, expands the assault-style weapons ban and tightens licensing rules. A November 2026 ballot question would repeal it.
Massachusetts should let voters register on Election Day.
Background
Massachusetts currently requires voters to register at least 10 days before an election. This would let eligible people register and vote on the same day.