The Healey administration in Massachusetts has announced a hiring freeze within the state executive branch that will take effect on May 27. This decision aims to manage the state's finances as it prepares the budget for the next fiscal year, largely in response to economic challenges posed by federal funding cuts. Governor Maura Healey emphasized the importance of protecting taxpayer dollars. The state's tracker shows that federal cuts have already totaled over $350 million, significantly affecting the budget and the future of state services.
The people of Massachusetts expect us to protect and maximize their tax dollars, and that's exactly what we're doing. Tariffs and funding cuts from Washington are causing so much economic damage and instability.
All agencies and departments will be affected by the measure and no new employees can be hired, according to the office. There will be no formal waiver process, though as in past freezes some exceptions will be made for certain positions.
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