Presidents' Day 2025

On Presidents' Day, we celebrate the leadership and visions that have shaped our country.

Originally established to honor George Washington's birthday, this day has evolved to recognize the contributions of all U.S. presidents.

May we continue to uphold our nation's values of liberty, justice, and democracy for all. 

Masconomet Girls Soccer Team at the State House

This past Monday at the State House I had the pleasure of celebrating the Masconomet Regional High School Girls Soccer Team as the Division 2 MIAA State Champions - alongside my Senate and House colleagues. 

These talented athletes have shown incredible skill, dedication, and teamwork on and off the field. Their hard work and perseverance brought home the championship, and it was a pleasure to celebrate their achievement and recognize their success.  

TARR IN THE NEWS 2.10.25

TARR IN THE NEWS | 2.10.25

'Tarr recognized by Massachusetts Coalition of Police'

Editor's Pick Featured Article in the Daily News of Newburyport

"I am truly honored to receive this recognition from the MassCOP", said Tarr. "The brave men and women who serve as law enforcement officers dedicate their lives to protecting our communities, and I will continue to work alongside MassCOP to ensure they have the resources, support, and respect they deserve. I am proud to continue advocating on their behalf, championing policies that enhance the safety and security of Massachusetts communities while supporting our dedicated police officers who serve on the frontlines."

TARR IN THE NEWS 2.10.25

TARR IN THE NEWS | 2.10.25

'Salisbury Beach sand project re-start date pushed back'

By Matt Petry, Daily News of Newburyport

"Addressing the success of the project prior to the pause, Hughes thanked officials like Tarr and DCR Commissioner Brian Arrigo for coming out to the beach while urging other officials to do the same."

TARR IN THE NEWS 2.5.25

TARR IN THE NEWS | 2.5.25

'More Time For Review a Theme Of Senate GOP Rules Pitch'

By Sam Drysdale, State House News Service

"Our caucus has been seeking major reforms for the rules by which the Senate and the legislature operate for the past several years," Minority Leader Bruce Tarr said in a statement Wednesday, "and the message delivered by the Senate President on inauguration day signals a real opportunity for collaboration to increase not only transparency in the legislative process, but also increasing the efficiency of our efforts on behalf of those that we represent. We are putting our ideas on the table in hopes of finding consensus to capture that opportunity as fully as possible."

Action Inc. Opening Celebration

Great to join Action Inc. and community members to celebrate the recent opening of their newly revitalized first-floor space at 180 Main Street in Gloucester!

This fully accessible resource center will provide vital services - from Housing and Community Services to Fuel Assistance and Job Training - ensuring everyone has the support they need. 

TARR IN THE NEWS 2.6.25

TARR IN THE NEWS | 2.6.25

'As Massachusetts quasi-state agencies offer sky-high pay, watchdogs call for transparency'

By Lance Reynolds, Boston Herald

"Tarr, a Gloucester Republican, has advocated at the State House for all quasi-state agencies to make their payroll available online.

The state Senate unanimously adopted Tarr's amendment last spring for quasi-public independent entities to submit compensation information to the Comptroller's Office to be posted on its website. It was not included this fiscal year's final budget, a spokesperson told the Herald."