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Jacob R. Oliveira

Democratic · MA · State Senator, Hampden, Hampshire and Worcester District

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Jacob R. Oliveira has served in the Massachusetts Senate since 2023 and chairs the Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development, after a House term and 12 years on the Ludlow School Committee. He focuses on public libraries and public education.

Where Jacob R. Oliveira stands, based on their records

Supports

Healthcare Affordability (15 records), Environment and Public Health (17 records), Reduce Wealth Gap (2 records),

Opposes

Anti-Corruption (1 record)

Mixed record

Government Spending Reduction (1 support · 27 oppose), Personal Income Tax Reduction (1 support · 2 oppose)

Track record

Track record — Healthcare Affordability

Healthcare Affordability · 15 support
  • Filed a petition for S1615 to improve health care coordination and safe discharge.

    January 17, 2025Supports Healthcare Affordability

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S1614 to ensure home care patient safety.

    January 17, 2025Supports Healthcare Affordability

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S169 to require pediatric health-care standards for children in juvenile custody.

    January 17, 2025Supports Healthcare Affordability

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S1613 to increase access to health transportation.

    January 17, 2025Supports Healthcare Affordability

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S488 to require the certification of medical directors in skilled nursing facilities.

    January 16, 2025Supports Healthcare Affordability

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S811 to improve outcomes for those with limb loss and limb difference.

    January 15, 2025Supports Healthcare Affordability

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S809 concerning patient access to biomarker testing to provide appropriate therapy.

    January 13, 2025Supports Healthcare Affordability

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S1608 concerning physician assistant interstate compact.

    January 13, 2025Supports Healthcare Affordability

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2025 amendment 1041 adding $50,000 for open mental-health clinic hours at Baystate Wing Hospital.

    May 22, 2024Supports Healthcare Affordability

    Source: malegislature.gov

    Also on this bill

    • May 22, 2024 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2025 amendment 612 increasing regional public library aid by about $2.28 million. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Education Quality)
    • May 22, 2024 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2025 amendment 522 adding $100,000 for the Senior FarmShare food program. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
    • May 21, 2024 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2025 amendment 584 establishing a fund for health services and reentry support after incarceration. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Healthcare Affordability, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
  • The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2025 amendment 584 establishing a fund for health services and reentry support after incarceration.

    May 21, 2024Supports Healthcare Affordability

    Source: malegislature.gov

    Also on this bill

    • May 22, 2024 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2025 amendment 612 increasing regional public library aid by about $2.28 million. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Education Quality)
    • May 22, 2024 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2025 amendment 522 adding $100,000 for the Senior FarmShare food program. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
    • May 22, 2024 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2025 amendment 1041 adding $50,000 for open mental-health clinic hours at Baystate Wing Hospital. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Healthcare Affordability)
  • Filed a petition for S797 to bring down the cost of prescription drugs.

    January 19, 2023Supports Healthcare Affordability

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S798 to promote primary care through Medicaid graduate medical education funding.

    January 19, 2023Supports Healthcare Affordability

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S1267 to expand access to mental health services.

    January 19, 2023Supports Healthcare Affordability

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S700 to ensure access to epinephrine for minors.

    January 19, 2023Supports Healthcare Affordability

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S1450 to commission a study of access to essential health services.

    January 18, 2023Supports Healthcare Affordability

    Source: malegislature.gov

Track record — Environment and Public Health

Environment and Public Health · 17 support
  • Filed a petition for S2316 to pilot hydroelectric EV charging and allocate charging revenue to river and veterans’ funds.

    January 17, 2025Supports Environment and Public Health

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S949 to provide green and healthy public colleges and universities and address their deferred maintenance needs.

    January 17, 2025Supports Environment and Public Health

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S813 concerning the remediation of home heating oil releases.

    January 16, 2025Supports Environment and Public Health

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S1612 concerning alkaline hydrolysis as an environmentally-friendly burial alternative.

    January 16, 2025Supports Environment and Public Health

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S1611 concerning natural organic reduction as an environmentally-friendly burial alternative.

    January 16, 2025Supports Environment and Public Health

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S1609 to regulate kratom product manufacturing, labeling, and sales.

    January 14, 2025Supports Environment and Public Health

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Voted for a $3.96 billion economic-development bill funding climate technology, offshore wind, and other programs.

    November 14, 2024Supports Environment and Public Health

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Voted for a clean-energy bill streamlining siting of energy facilities and requiring utility energy-storage procurement.

    October 24, 2024Supports Environment and Public Health

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S1319 to expand municipal zoning authority over solar-energy systems.

    January 20, 2023Supports Environment and Public Health

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S333 concerning prescription opioid abuse prevention education.

    January 19, 2023Supports Environment and Public Health

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S2285 to require regional transit authorities to buy electric buses and fully electrify by 2035.

    January 19, 2023Supports Environment and Public Health

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S1451 concerning environmentally-friendly burial alternatives.

    January 18, 2023Supports Environment and Public Health

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S554 to require producer responsibility for collection, reuse and recycling of discarded electronic products.

    January 18, 2023Supports Environment and Public Health

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S2163 to prohibit public and ratepayer funding of clearcutting forests and woodlands.

    January 13, 2023Supports Environment and Public Health

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Voted for an offshore-wind and clean-energy bill with a new natural-gas customer charge.

    March 3, 2022Supports Environment and Public Health

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for H4331 to allow municipalities to reasonably regulate solar siting.

    November 19, 2021Supports Environment and Public Health

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Voted for the 2050 net-zero climate roadmap, including sector emissions limits and energy standards.

    January 28, 2021Supports Environment and Public Health

    Source: malegislature.gov

Track record — Reduce Wealth Gap

Reduce Wealth Gap · 2 support
  • Filed a petition for S816 to include worker-owned businesses economic development programs.

    January 17, 2025Supports Reduce Wealth Gap

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S815 to establish the Massachusetts loan loss guarantee program for community development financial institutions.

    January 17, 2025Supports Reduce Wealth Gap

    Source: malegislature.gov

Track record — Labor Rights

Labor Rights · 6 support
  • Filed a petition for S1363 concerning a prevailing wage for trash and recycling collectors, moving contractors, and motor bus pupil transporters.

    January 17, 2025Supports Labor Rights

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S1361 to establish paid prenatal leave.

    January 17, 2025Supports Labor Rights

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S2200 to create a student-loan repayment program for legislative staff.

    January 17, 2025Supports Labor Rights

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S98 to prohibit employment discrimination based on legal use of cannabis.

    January 15, 2025Supports Labor Rights

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S1209 to prohibit mandatory overtime.

    January 18, 2023Supports Labor Rights

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Joined a petition for H2746 concerning public higher education collective labor contracts.

    February 16, 2021Supports Labor Rights

    Source: malegislature.gov

Track record — Anti-Corruption

Anti-Corruption · 1 oppose
  • Voted against publishing the names and votes of House committee members on each committee vote.

    July 7, 2021Opposes Anti-Corruption

    Source: malegislature.gov

Track record — Government Efficiency

Government Efficiency · 7 support
  • The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2026 amendment 749 adding a review of ways to lower homeless-student transportation costs.

    May 21, 2025Supports Government Efficiency

    Source: malegislature.gov

    Also on this bill

    • May 22, 2025 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2026 amendment 770 expanding municipal control over liquor licensing. (General)
    • May 20, 2025 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2026 amendment 229 proposing $10 million for the Workforce Competitiveness Trust Fund. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction)
  • Filed a petition for S2315 to establish a special commission to investigate double utility poles.

    January 17, 2025Supports Government Efficiency

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Joined a petition for H3960 to establish the position of Town Manager in the town of Belchertown.

    June 20, 2023Supports Government Efficiency

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S2046 to extend the experience period considered in public-construction certification.

    January 19, 2023Supports Government Efficiency

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S2045 to set a deadline for sealed price proposals in design-build contracting.

    January 19, 2023Supports Government Efficiency

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S2043 to allow remote participation in municipal meetings and town meetings.

    January 18, 2023Supports Government Efficiency

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for H3214 to change state oversight thresholds for building projects.

    February 17, 2021Supports Government Efficiency

    Source: malegislature.gov

Track record — Immigration

Immigration · 1 support
  • Voted for driver-license eligibility regardless of immigration status under the Work and Family Mobility Act.

    May 26, 2022Supports Immigration

    Source: malegislature.gov

Track record — Government Spending Reduction

Government Spending Reduction · 1 support · 27 oppose
  • The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2027 amendment 957 proposing $100,000 for supportive housing and reentry case management.

    May 20, 2026Opposes Government Spending Reduction

    Source: malegislature.gov

    Also on this bill

    • May 20, 2026 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2027 amendment 635 adding $1.5 million to the state Head Start supplement. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Education Quality, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
  • The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2027 amendment 635 adding $1.5 million to the state Head Start supplement.

    May 20, 2026Opposes Government Spending Reduction

    Source: malegislature.gov

    Also on this bill

    • May 20, 2026 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2027 amendment 957 proposing $100,000 for supportive housing and reentry case management. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Housing Affordability, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
  • The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2026 amendment 229 proposing $10 million for the Workforce Competitiveness Trust Fund.

    May 20, 2025Opposes Government Spending Reduction

    Source: malegislature.gov

    Also on this bill

    • May 22, 2025 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2026 amendment 770 expanding municipal control over liquor licensing. (General)
    • May 21, 2025 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2026 amendment 749 adding a review of ways to lower homeless-student transportation costs. (Supports Government Efficiency)
  • Filed a petition for S949 to provide green and healthy public colleges and universities and address their deferred maintenance needs.

    January 17, 2025Opposes Government Spending Reduction

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S815 to establish the Massachusetts loan loss guarantee program for community development financial institutions.

    January 17, 2025Opposes Government Spending Reduction

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S2200 to create a student-loan repayment program for legislative staff.

    January 17, 2025Opposes Government Spending Reduction

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Voted for a $3.96 billion economic-development bill funding climate technology, offshore wind, and other programs.

    November 14, 2024Opposes Government Spending Reduction

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2025 amendment 612 increasing regional public library aid by about $2.28 million.

    May 22, 2024Opposes Government Spending Reduction

    Source: malegislature.gov

    Also on this bill

    • May 22, 2024 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2025 amendment 522 adding $100,000 for the Senior FarmShare food program. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
    • May 22, 2024 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2025 amendment 1041 adding $50,000 for open mental-health clinic hours at Baystate Wing Hospital. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Healthcare Affordability)
    • May 21, 2024 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2025 amendment 584 establishing a fund for health services and reentry support after incarceration. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Healthcare Affordability, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
  • The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2025 amendment 522 adding $100,000 for the Senior FarmShare food program.

    May 22, 2024Opposes Government Spending Reduction

    Source: malegislature.gov

    Also on this bill

    • May 22, 2024 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2025 amendment 612 increasing regional public library aid by about $2.28 million. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Education Quality)
    • May 22, 2024 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2025 amendment 1041 adding $50,000 for open mental-health clinic hours at Baystate Wing Hospital. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Healthcare Affordability)
    • May 21, 2024 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2025 amendment 584 establishing a fund for health services and reentry support after incarceration. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Healthcare Affordability, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
  • The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2025 amendment 1041 adding $50,000 for open mental-health clinic hours at Baystate Wing Hospital.

    May 22, 2024Opposes Government Spending Reduction

    Source: malegislature.gov

    Also on this bill

    • May 22, 2024 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2025 amendment 612 increasing regional public library aid by about $2.28 million. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Education Quality)
    • May 22, 2024 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2025 amendment 522 adding $100,000 for the Senior FarmShare food program. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
    • May 21, 2024 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2025 amendment 584 establishing a fund for health services and reentry support after incarceration. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Healthcare Affordability, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
  • The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2025 amendment 584 establishing a fund for health services and reentry support after incarceration.

    May 21, 2024Opposes Government Spending Reduction

    Source: malegislature.gov

    Also on this bill

    • May 22, 2024 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2025 amendment 612 increasing regional public library aid by about $2.28 million. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Education Quality)
    • May 22, 2024 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2025 amendment 522 adding $100,000 for the Senior FarmShare food program. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
    • May 22, 2024 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2025 amendment 1041 adding $50,000 for open mental-health clinic hours at Baystate Wing Hospital. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Healthcare Affordability)
  • The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 835 proposing $12.5 million for Pittsfield and Palmer rail projects.

    May 24, 2023Opposes Government Spending Reduction

    Source: malegislature.gov

    Also on this bill

    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 979 adding $200,000 to repair the Cottage Avenue bridge in Wilbraham and Ludlow. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Infrastructure)
    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 688 adding $750,000 in aid for regional public libraries. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Education Quality)
    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 237 adding $500,000 for western Massachusetts advanced-manufacturing training. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction)
    • May 23, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 477 proposing $2 million more for independent living centers. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
    • May 23, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 472 proposing $3 million for WestMass ElderCare nutrition services. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
    • May 23, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 474 proposing $1.66 million more for the Massachusetts Family Planning Association. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Women's Reproductive Rights)
  • The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 979 adding $200,000 to repair the Cottage Avenue bridge in Wilbraham and Ludlow.

    May 24, 2023Opposes Government Spending Reduction

    Source: malegislature.gov

    Also on this bill

    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 835 proposing $12.5 million for Pittsfield and Palmer rail projects. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Infrastructure)
    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 688 adding $750,000 in aid for regional public libraries. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Education Quality)
    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 237 adding $500,000 for western Massachusetts advanced-manufacturing training. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction)
    • May 23, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 477 proposing $2 million more for independent living centers. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
    • May 23, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 472 proposing $3 million for WestMass ElderCare nutrition services. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
    • May 23, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 474 proposing $1.66 million more for the Massachusetts Family Planning Association. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Women's Reproductive Rights)
  • The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 688 adding $750,000 in aid for regional public libraries.

    May 24, 2023Opposes Government Spending Reduction

    Source: malegislature.gov

    Also on this bill

    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 835 proposing $12.5 million for Pittsfield and Palmer rail projects. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Infrastructure)
    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 979 adding $200,000 to repair the Cottage Avenue bridge in Wilbraham and Ludlow. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Infrastructure)
    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 237 adding $500,000 for western Massachusetts advanced-manufacturing training. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction)
    • May 23, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 477 proposing $2 million more for independent living centers. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
    • May 23, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 472 proposing $3 million for WestMass ElderCare nutrition services. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
    • May 23, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 474 proposing $1.66 million more for the Massachusetts Family Planning Association. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Women's Reproductive Rights)
  • The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 237 adding $500,000 for western Massachusetts advanced-manufacturing training.

    May 24, 2023Opposes Government Spending Reduction

    Source: malegislature.gov

    Also on this bill

    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 835 proposing $12.5 million for Pittsfield and Palmer rail projects. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Infrastructure)
    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 979 adding $200,000 to repair the Cottage Avenue bridge in Wilbraham and Ludlow. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Infrastructure)
    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 688 adding $750,000 in aid for regional public libraries. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Education Quality)
    • May 23, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 477 proposing $2 million more for independent living centers. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
    • May 23, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 472 proposing $3 million for WestMass ElderCare nutrition services. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
    • May 23, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 474 proposing $1.66 million more for the Massachusetts Family Planning Association. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Women's Reproductive Rights)
  • The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 477 proposing $2 million more for independent living centers.

    May 23, 2023Opposes Government Spending Reduction

    Source: malegislature.gov

    Also on this bill

    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 835 proposing $12.5 million for Pittsfield and Palmer rail projects. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Infrastructure)
    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 979 adding $200,000 to repair the Cottage Avenue bridge in Wilbraham and Ludlow. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Infrastructure)
    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 688 adding $750,000 in aid for regional public libraries. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Education Quality)
    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 237 adding $500,000 for western Massachusetts advanced-manufacturing training. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction)
    • May 23, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 472 proposing $3 million for WestMass ElderCare nutrition services. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
    • May 23, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 474 proposing $1.66 million more for the Massachusetts Family Planning Association. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Women's Reproductive Rights)
  • The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 472 proposing $3 million for WestMass ElderCare nutrition services.

    May 23, 2023Opposes Government Spending Reduction

    Source: malegislature.gov

    Also on this bill

    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 835 proposing $12.5 million for Pittsfield and Palmer rail projects. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Infrastructure)
    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 979 adding $200,000 to repair the Cottage Avenue bridge in Wilbraham and Ludlow. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Infrastructure)
    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 688 adding $750,000 in aid for regional public libraries. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Education Quality)
    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 237 adding $500,000 for western Massachusetts advanced-manufacturing training. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction)
    • May 23, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 477 proposing $2 million more for independent living centers. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
    • May 23, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 474 proposing $1.66 million more for the Massachusetts Family Planning Association. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Women's Reproductive Rights)
  • The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 474 proposing $1.66 million more for the Massachusetts Family Planning Association.

    May 23, 2023Opposes Government Spending Reduction

    Source: malegislature.gov

    Also on this bill

    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 835 proposing $12.5 million for Pittsfield and Palmer rail projects. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Infrastructure)
    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 979 adding $200,000 to repair the Cottage Avenue bridge in Wilbraham and Ludlow. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Infrastructure)
    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 688 adding $750,000 in aid for regional public libraries. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Education Quality)
    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 237 adding $500,000 for western Massachusetts advanced-manufacturing training. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction)
    • May 23, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 477 proposing $2 million more for independent living centers. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
    • May 23, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 472 proposing $3 million for WestMass ElderCare nutrition services. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
  • Filed a petition for S798 to promote primary care through Medicaid graduate medical education funding.

    January 19, 2023Opposes Government Spending Reduction

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S336 to raise special-education transportation reimbursement from 75% to 90%.

    January 19, 2023Opposes Government Spending Reduction

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S2285 to require regional transit authorities to buy electric buses and fully electrify by 2035.

    January 19, 2023Opposes Government Spending Reduction

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S335 to increase special education circuit breaker reimbursement from 75% to 90%.

    January 19, 2023Opposes Government Spending Reduction

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S337 to lower the approved-cost threshold used in special-education reimbursement.

    January 19, 2023Opposes Government Spending Reduction

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S556 to direct at least $500,000 and 20% of MassTrails funds to snowmobile trails.

    January 19, 2023Opposes Government Spending Reduction

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S1716 to provide equity to police officers disabled by cardiac disease.

    January 18, 2023Opposes Government Spending Reduction

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S331 to provide school building assistance for Special Education Collaboratives.

    January 18, 2023Opposes Government Spending Reduction

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S2163 to prohibit public and ratepayer funding of clearcutting forests and woodlands.

    January 13, 2023Supports Government Spending Reduction

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for H1357 to spend $20 million matching public-college fundraising for endowments and capital projects.

    February 19, 2021Opposes Government Spending Reduction

    Source: malegislature.gov

Track record — Public Safety and Crime Control

Public Safety and Crime Control · 3 support
  • Filed a petition for S1715 to let retired firefighters exceed the normal work-hour cap while training firefighters.

    January 17, 2023Supports Public Safety and Crime Control

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S1102 concerning threats of suicide while in court custody (Stavri’s Law).

    January 17, 2023Supports Public Safety and Crime Control

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for H674 to require a state registry and standards for school-transportation vendors.

    February 19, 2021Supports Public Safety and Crime Control

    Source: malegislature.gov

Track record — Criminal Justice and Civil Liberties

Criminal Justice and Civil Liberties · 1 support
  • Filed a petition for S1103 to provide de novo review for long police-certification suspensions and decertification.

    January 19, 2023Supports Criminal Justice and Civil Liberties

    Source: malegislature.gov

Track record — Housing Affordability

Housing Affordability · 5 support
  • The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2027 amendment 957 proposing $100,000 for supportive housing and reentry case management.

    May 20, 2026Supports Housing Affordability

    Source: malegislature.gov

    Also on this bill

    • May 20, 2026 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2027 amendment 635 adding $1.5 million to the state Head Start supplement. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Education Quality, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
  • Filed a petition for S1019 concerning manufactured housing communities.

    January 17, 2025Supports Housing Affordability

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Testified to the Joint Housing Committee with Western Massachusetts colleagues for affordable-housing and tenant-protection recommendations.

    January 18, 2024Supports Housing Affordability

    Source: westernmasshousingfirst.org

  • Filed a petition for S897 to allow movable tiny houses as permanent residential dwellings and accessory dwelling units.

    January 20, 2023Supports Housing Affordability

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S1104 to protect homeowners from unnecessary foreclosures.

    January 19, 2023Supports Housing Affordability

    Source: malegislature.gov

Track record — Social Programs and Welfare

Social Programs and Welfare · 15 support
  • The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2027 amendment 957 proposing $100,000 for supportive housing and reentry case management.

    May 20, 2026Supports Social Programs and Welfare

    Source: malegislature.gov

    Also on this bill

    • May 20, 2026 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2027 amendment 635 adding $1.5 million to the state Head Start supplement. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Education Quality, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
  • The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2027 amendment 635 adding $1.5 million to the state Head Start supplement.

    May 20, 2026Supports Social Programs and Welfare

    Source: malegislature.gov

    Also on this bill

    • May 20, 2026 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2027 amendment 957 proposing $100,000 for supportive housing and reentry case management. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Housing Affordability, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
  • Voted against requiring state, federal, and international background checks for emergency-shelter applicants.

    February 12, 2025Supports Social Programs and Welfare

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Voted against prioritizing applicants with established Massachusetts residency for state-funded emergency shelter.

    February 12, 2025Supports Social Programs and Welfare

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S2435 to temporarily restore driver licenses for people returning from incarceration.

    January 17, 2025Supports Social Programs and Welfare

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S1616 to establish an advisory committee on the accessibility of fresh food retail in communities throughout the Commonwealth.

    January 17, 2025Supports Social Programs and Welfare

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2025 amendment 522 adding $100,000 for the Senior FarmShare food program.

    May 22, 2024Supports Social Programs and Welfare

    Source: malegislature.gov

    Also on this bill

    • May 22, 2024 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2025 amendment 612 increasing regional public library aid by about $2.28 million. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Education Quality)
    • May 22, 2024 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2025 amendment 1041 adding $50,000 for open mental-health clinic hours at Baystate Wing Hospital. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Healthcare Affordability)
    • May 21, 2024 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2025 amendment 584 establishing a fund for health services and reentry support after incarceration. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Healthcare Affordability, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
  • The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2025 amendment 584 establishing a fund for health services and reentry support after incarceration.

    May 21, 2024Supports Social Programs and Welfare

    Source: malegislature.gov

    Also on this bill

    • May 22, 2024 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2025 amendment 612 increasing regional public library aid by about $2.28 million. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Education Quality)
    • May 22, 2024 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2025 amendment 522 adding $100,000 for the Senior FarmShare food program. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
    • May 22, 2024 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2025 amendment 1041 adding $50,000 for open mental-health clinic hours at Baystate Wing Hospital. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Healthcare Affordability)
  • The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 477 proposing $2 million more for independent living centers.

    May 23, 2023Supports Social Programs and Welfare

    Source: malegislature.gov

    Also on this bill

    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 835 proposing $12.5 million for Pittsfield and Palmer rail projects. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Infrastructure)
    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 979 adding $200,000 to repair the Cottage Avenue bridge in Wilbraham and Ludlow. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Infrastructure)
    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 688 adding $750,000 in aid for regional public libraries. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Education Quality)
    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 237 adding $500,000 for western Massachusetts advanced-manufacturing training. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction)
    • May 23, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 472 proposing $3 million for WestMass ElderCare nutrition services. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
    • May 23, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 474 proposing $1.66 million more for the Massachusetts Family Planning Association. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Women's Reproductive Rights)
  • The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 472 proposing $3 million for WestMass ElderCare nutrition services.

    May 23, 2023Supports Social Programs and Welfare

    Source: malegislature.gov

    Also on this bill

    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 835 proposing $12.5 million for Pittsfield and Palmer rail projects. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Infrastructure)
    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 979 adding $200,000 to repair the Cottage Avenue bridge in Wilbraham and Ludlow. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Infrastructure)
    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 688 adding $750,000 in aid for regional public libraries. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Education Quality)
    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 237 adding $500,000 for western Massachusetts advanced-manufacturing training. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction)
    • May 23, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 477 proposing $2 million more for independent living centers. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
    • May 23, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 474 proposing $1.66 million more for the Massachusetts Family Planning Association. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Women's Reproductive Rights)
  • Filed a petition for S124 to strengthen educational stability and services for children in state custody.

    January 19, 2023Supports Social Programs and Welfare

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S1922 to offer means-tested property-tax relief for older adults and people with disabilities.

    January 18, 2023Supports Social Programs and Welfare

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S1716 to provide equity to police officers disabled by cardiac disease.

    January 18, 2023Supports Social Programs and Welfare

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S396 to establish the office of elder advocate.

    January 18, 2023Supports Social Programs and Welfare

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S2338 concerning tax abatements for disabled veterans and Gold Star families.

    January 18, 2023Supports Social Programs and Welfare

    Source: malegislature.gov

Track record — Public Education Quality

Public Education Quality · 27 support
  • The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2027 amendment 635 adding $1.5 million to the state Head Start supplement.

    May 20, 2026Supports Public Education Quality

    Source: malegislature.gov

    Also on this bill

    • May 20, 2026 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2027 amendment 957 proposing $100,000 for supportive housing and reentry case management. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Housing Affordability, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
  • Voted for S2726, requiring educational standards and review before removing books from school libraries.

    November 13, 2025Supports Public Education Quality

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S949 to provide green and healthy public colleges and universities and address their deferred maintenance needs.

    January 17, 2025Supports Public Education Quality

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S431 to develop a statewide Portrait of a Graduate.

    January 17, 2025Supports Public Education Quality

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S1468 to let municipalities reserve funds for future regional-school assessments.

    January 16, 2025Supports Public Education Quality

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S1469 to raise the cap on special-education reserve funds from 2% to 5% of school spending.

    January 16, 2025Supports Public Education Quality

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S428 to adopt school-library standards for staffing, collections, and instruction.

    January 16, 2025Supports Public Education Quality

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S426 to require the MassCore high-school course sequence starting in 2027.

    January 14, 2025Supports Public Education Quality

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S425 to require public secondary schools to teach American Sign Language.

    January 13, 2025Supports Public Education Quality

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2025 amendment 612 increasing regional public library aid by about $2.28 million.

    May 22, 2024Supports Public Education Quality

    Source: malegislature.gov

    Also on this bill

    • May 22, 2024 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2025 amendment 522 adding $100,000 for the Senior FarmShare food program. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
    • May 22, 2024 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2025 amendment 1041 adding $50,000 for open mental-health clinic hours at Baystate Wing Hospital. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Healthcare Affordability)
    • May 21, 2024 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2025 amendment 584 establishing a fund for health services and reentry support after incarceration. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Healthcare Affordability, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
  • The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 688 adding $750,000 in aid for regional public libraries.

    May 24, 2023Supports Public Education Quality

    Source: malegislature.gov

    Also on this bill

    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 835 proposing $12.5 million for Pittsfield and Palmer rail projects. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Infrastructure)
    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 979 adding $200,000 to repair the Cottage Avenue bridge in Wilbraham and Ludlow. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Infrastructure)
    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 237 adding $500,000 for western Massachusetts advanced-manufacturing training. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction)
    • May 23, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 477 proposing $2 million more for independent living centers. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
    • May 23, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 472 proposing $3 million for WestMass ElderCare nutrition services. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
    • May 23, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 474 proposing $1.66 million more for the Massachusetts Family Planning Association. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Women's Reproductive Rights)
  • Filed a petition for S338 to promote the inclusion of American Sign Language in the Commonwealth’s public schools.

    January 20, 2023Supports Public Education Quality

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S339 to further regulate receivership of school districts designated as chronically underperforming.

    January 20, 2023Supports Public Education Quality

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S332 to examine the long-term cost and funding of special education.

    January 19, 2023Supports Public Education Quality

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S334 to expand high school student access to earn industry recognized credentials.

    January 19, 2023Supports Public Education Quality

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S333 concerning prescription opioid abuse prevention education.

    January 19, 2023Supports Public Education Quality

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S336 to raise special-education transportation reimbursement from 75% to 90%.

    January 19, 2023Supports Public Education Quality

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S124 to strengthen educational stability and services for children in state custody.

    January 19, 2023Supports Public Education Quality

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S335 to increase special education circuit breaker reimbursement from 75% to 90%.

    January 19, 2023Supports Public Education Quality

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S337 to lower the approved-cost threshold used in special-education reimbursement.

    January 19, 2023Supports Public Education Quality

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S331 to provide school building assistance for Special Education Collaboratives.

    January 18, 2023Supports Public Education Quality

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for H1357 to spend $20 million matching public-college fundraising for endowments and capital projects.

    February 19, 2021Supports Public Education Quality

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for H674 to require a state registry and standards for school-transportation vendors.

    February 19, 2021Supports Public Education Quality

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for H1356 to protect public higher education student information.

    February 18, 2021Supports Public Education Quality

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Joined a petition for H2746 concerning public higher education collective labor contracts.

    February 16, 2021Supports Public Education Quality

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for H1355 to authorize state universities to offer clinical and professional doctorate programs.

    February 3, 2021Supports Public Education Quality

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • As Massachusetts Association of School Committees president, urged a No vote on Question 2’s charter-school expansion.

    November 3, 2016Supports Public Education Quality

    Source: bostonorange.com

Track record — Women's Reproductive Rights

Women's Reproductive Rights · 2 support
  • Voted for S2543, strengthening privacy and legal protections for reproductive and gender-affirming health-care providers.

    July 31, 2025Supports Women's Reproductive Rights

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 474 proposing $1.66 million more for the Massachusetts Family Planning Association.

    May 23, 2023Supports Women's Reproductive Rights

    Source: malegislature.gov

    Also on this bill

    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 835 proposing $12.5 million for Pittsfield and Palmer rail projects. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Infrastructure)
    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 979 adding $200,000 to repair the Cottage Avenue bridge in Wilbraham and Ludlow. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Infrastructure)
    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 688 adding $750,000 in aid for regional public libraries. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Education Quality)
    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 237 adding $500,000 for western Massachusetts advanced-manufacturing training. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction)
    • May 23, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 477 proposing $2 million more for independent living centers. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
    • May 23, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 472 proposing $3 million for WestMass ElderCare nutrition services. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)

Track record — Personal Income Tax Reduction

Personal Income Tax Reduction · 1 support · 2 oppose
  • Filed a petition for S2066 to raise state 529-plan tax deductions from $1,000/$2,000 to $5,000/$10,000.

    January 16, 2025Supports Personal Income Tax Reduction

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Voted against cutting the short-term capital-gains tax rate from 12% to 5%.

    June 15, 2023Opposes Personal Income Tax Reduction

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Voted to advance a constitutional amendment allowing a graduated income tax above $1 million.

    June 9, 2021Opposes Personal Income Tax Reduction

    Source: malegislature.gov

Track record — Data Privacy

Data Privacy · 4 support
  • Voted for S2619, a data privacy bill limiting collection and use of residents’ personal information.

    September 25, 2025Supports Data Privacy

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed SD2982 to replace candidates’ street addresses on ballots with their municipality or local voting district.

    June 16, 2025Supports Data Privacy

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S209 to ensure driver privacy with electronic tolling.

    January 19, 2023Supports Data Privacy

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for H1356 to protect public higher education student information.

    February 18, 2021Supports Data Privacy

    Source: malegislature.gov

Track record — Civil Rights

Civil Rights · 7 support
  • Voted for S2726, requiring educational standards and review before removing books from school libraries.

    November 13, 2025Supports Civil Rights

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Voted for S2543, strengthening privacy and legal protections for reproductive and gender-affirming health-care providers.

    July 31, 2025Supports Civil Rights

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Testified in support of legislation protecting access to school and public library materials.

    July 22, 2025Supports Civil Rights

    Source: wamc.org

  • Filed a petition for S1236 to protect survivors of spousal abuse from alimony liability.

    January 16, 2025Supports Civil Rights

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S98 to prohibit employment discrimination based on legal use of cannabis.

    January 15, 2025Supports Civil Rights

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S2447 to protect against attempts to ban, remove, or restrict library access to materials.

    June 30, 2023Supports Civil Rights

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Voted for the VOTES Act to make voting by mail permanent and expand early voting.

    January 27, 2022Supports Civil Rights

    Source: malegislature.gov

Track record — Corporate Accountability

Corporate Accountability · 14 support
  • Filed a petition for S2317 to require utilities to pay customers for older net-metering credits.

    January 17, 2025Supports Corporate Accountability

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S814 concerning health insurance coverage notification.

    January 17, 2025Supports Corporate Accountability

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S99 to modernize cannabis market regulations.

    January 17, 2025Supports Corporate Accountability

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S281 to regulate guaranteed asset protection and other vehicle-debt waivers.

    January 17, 2025Supports Corporate Accountability

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S278 to regulate credit-card surcharges.

    January 16, 2025Supports Corporate Accountability

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S2314 concerning the maximum storage charges on motor vehicles involuntarily towed.

    January 15, 2025Supports Corporate Accountability

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S1609 to regulate kratom product manufacturing, labeling, and sales.

    January 14, 2025Supports Corporate Accountability

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Submitted a Senate amendment to H4919 to strengthen kennel licensing and safety standards.

    July 31, 2024Supports Corporate Accountability

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed SD2828 to require continuing-care facilities to refund entrance-fee balances within one year of a unit being vacated.

    October 30, 2023Supports Corporate Accountability

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S701 to regulate motor-vehicle service contracts.

    January 19, 2023Supports Corporate Accountability

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S1104 to protect homeowners from unnecessary foreclosures.

    January 19, 2023Supports Corporate Accountability

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S208 to regulate motor-vehicle financial protection products.

    January 19, 2023Supports Corporate Accountability

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S554 to require producer responsibility for collection, reuse and recycling of discarded electronic products.

    January 18, 2023Supports Corporate Accountability

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for H3555 to extend vehicle purchase inspection protections to leased vehicles.

    February 16, 2021Supports Corporate Accountability

    Source: malegislature.gov

Track record — Public Infrastructure

Public Infrastructure · 10 support
  • Filed a petition for S2315 to establish a special commission to investigate double utility poles.

    January 17, 2025Supports Public Infrastructure

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S2316 to pilot hydroelectric EV charging and allocate charging revenue to river and veterans’ funds.

    January 17, 2025Supports Public Infrastructure

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S949 to provide green and healthy public colleges and universities and address their deferred maintenance needs.

    January 17, 2025Supports Public Infrastructure

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Voted for a $3.96 billion economic-development bill funding climate technology, offshore wind, and other programs.

    November 14, 2024Supports Public Infrastructure

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Voted for a clean-energy bill streamlining siting of energy facilities and requiring utility energy-storage procurement.

    October 24, 2024Supports Public Infrastructure

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 835 proposing $12.5 million for Pittsfield and Palmer rail projects.

    May 24, 2023Supports Public Infrastructure

    Source: malegislature.gov

    Also on this bill

    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 979 adding $200,000 to repair the Cottage Avenue bridge in Wilbraham and Ludlow. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Infrastructure)
    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 688 adding $750,000 in aid for regional public libraries. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Education Quality)
    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 237 adding $500,000 for western Massachusetts advanced-manufacturing training. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction)
    • May 23, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 477 proposing $2 million more for independent living centers. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
    • May 23, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 472 proposing $3 million for WestMass ElderCare nutrition services. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
    • May 23, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 474 proposing $1.66 million more for the Massachusetts Family Planning Association. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Women's Reproductive Rights)
  • The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 979 adding $200,000 to repair the Cottage Avenue bridge in Wilbraham and Ludlow.

    May 24, 2023Supports Public Infrastructure

    Source: malegislature.gov

    Also on this bill

    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 835 proposing $12.5 million for Pittsfield and Palmer rail projects. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Infrastructure)
    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 688 adding $750,000 in aid for regional public libraries. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Public Education Quality)
    • May 24, 2023 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 237 adding $500,000 for western Massachusetts advanced-manufacturing training. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction)
    • May 23, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 477 proposing $2 million more for independent living centers. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
    • May 23, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 472 proposing $3 million for WestMass ElderCare nutrition services. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Social Programs and Welfare)
    • May 23, 2023 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2024 amendment 474 proposing $1.66 million more for the Massachusetts Family Planning Association. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction, Supports Women's Reproductive Rights)
  • Filed a petition for S2285 to require regional transit authorities to buy electric buses and fully electrify by 2035.

    January 19, 2023Supports Public Infrastructure

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S556 to direct at least $500,000 and 20% of MassTrails funds to snowmobile trails.

    January 19, 2023Supports Public Infrastructure

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Voted for an offshore-wind and clean-energy bill with a new natural-gas customer charge.

    March 3, 2022Supports Public Infrastructure

    Source: malegislature.gov

Track record — General

General · 26 records
  • Endorsed Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell for reelection.

    December 2, 2025

    Source: andreacampbell.org

  • Joined a petition for H4309 to change preliminary election procedures in Longmeadow.

    July 16, 2025

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Joined a petition for H4312 to change the municipal charter of Longmeadow.

    July 16, 2025

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2026 amendment 770 expanding municipal control over liquor licensing.

    May 22, 2025

    Source: malegislature.gov

    Also on this bill

    • May 21, 2025 · The Senate adopted Oliveira’s FY2026 amendment 749 adding a review of ways to lower homeless-student transportation costs. (Supports Government Efficiency)
    • May 20, 2025 · The Senate rejected Oliveira’s FY2026 amendment 229 proposing $10 million for the Workforce Competitiveness Trust Fund. (Opposes Government Spending Reduction)
  • Voted against a 48-hour review period before action on legislative conference reports.

    February 12, 2025

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S1237 concerning wagering on political outcomes.

    January 17, 2025

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S429 to establish a commission on artificial intelligence in education.

    January 17, 2025

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S1020 to provide for pre-service training for members of mobile home rent control boards.

    January 17, 2025

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S282 to require continuing education and CPR certification for massage therapists.

    January 17, 2025

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S279 to return liquor license control to municipalities.

    January 16, 2025

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S1897 to count certain veterans’ housing allowances toward state retirement benefits after makeup contributions.

    January 16, 2025

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S2195 to clarify when public bodies may interview job applicants in executive session.

    January 15, 2025

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S2910 concerning the Historic Connecticut River Water Trail.

    July 2, 2024

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S2444 to provide for recall elections in the town of Granby.

    September 5, 2023

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Voted against raising the estate-tax threshold to $3 million.

    June 15, 2023

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S2194 to establish a program to increase cultural equity in tourism promotion and marketing.

    January 20, 2023

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S2195 to study restoration and management of the State House.

    January 20, 2023

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S207 to regulate the practice and licensure of veterinary technicians.

    January 19, 2023

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S2044 to set a minimum overhead allowance for extra state highway contract work.

    January 19, 2023

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S1923 to extend and enlarge the historic-rehabilitation business tax credit.

    January 19, 2023

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S2042 to clarify conflict-of-interest rules for educational-collaborative employees.

    January 18, 2023

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Filed a petition for S699 to bar insurers from cutting negotiated payments for separately billed medical services.

    January 14, 2023

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Joined a petition for H94 to clarify the definition of agriculture.

    January 9, 2023

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Received Progressive Massachusetts’s endorsement for the Hampden, Hampshire and Worcester Senate seat.

    September 28, 2022

    Source: progressivemass.com

  • Voted against a two-month suspension of the state gasoline tax.

    April 25, 2022

    Source: malegislature.gov

  • Joined a petition for H862 to promote economic opportunities for cottage food entrepreneurs.

    February 8, 2021

    Source: malegislature.gov

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