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Former Governor Charlie Baker Endorses Steve Xiarhos for State Representative
Former Governor Charlie Baker Endorses Steve Xiarhos for State Representative October 5, 2024 Steve Xiarhos announced today the endorsement of former Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker in his bid for re-election in the 5th Barnstable District. In a written statement, Baker said: “Steve Xiarhos embodies everything right and honorable about public service. I had the pleasure of working with Steve in the Legislature during my time as Governor, and I appreciated the energy, enthusiasm, and pride he brought to serving his constituents. His unwavering support for veterans and first responders stands out, as does his ability to work across [...]
Xiarhos Endorsed by Three Members of Sandwich Select Board
Xiarhos Receives Backing of Three Members of Sandwich Select Board September 26, 2024 SANDWICH – Steve Xiarhos is pleased to announce that his candidacy for re-election has been endorsed by three members of the Select Board in the town of Sandwich. Charles M. Holden, Robert J. George, and Michael J. Miller separately announced their endorsements this week for Xiarhos to serve another two-year term as State Representative for Sandwich. Holden currently serves as Chair of the Sandwich Select Board. George serves as the Board’s Vice Chair, and Miller is a member of the Board. Former Select Board member [...]
Karyn Polito Endorses Steve Xiarhos for State Rep.
Karyn Polito Endorses Steve Xiarhos for State Representative September 6, 2024 SANDWICH – Former Massachusetts Lieutenant Governor Karyn Polito has officially endorsed Steve Xiarhos for State Representative in the 5th Barnstable District. Polito announced her endorsement as the special guest at a packed campaign event for Xiarhos at Tomatoes Restaurant in Sandwich on Thursday night. “I am confident that Steve is the right choice to keep delivering results for the people of Sandwich, Bourne, and Barnstable. I proudly endorse Steve Xiarhos for State Representative in the 5th Barnstable District,” Polito said. In announcing her endorsement, the former Lieutenant [...]
MA & Northern New England Laborers’ District Council Endorses Steve Xiarhos for State Rep.
MA & Northern New England Laborers' District Council Endorses Steve Xiarhos for State Rep. August 29, 2024 BARNSTABLE, Mass. – Steve Xiarhos has officially received the endorsement of The Massachusetts and Northern New England Laborers' District Council (a constituent body of the New England Region of the Laborers International Union of North America, "LIUNA"), in his campaign for re-election as State Representative in the 5th Barnstable District. According to a statement by Joseph Bonfiglio, LIUNA District Council Business Manager, "Rep. Xiarhos is well-acquainted with the challenges faced by working families and tirelessly fights to improve their lives. We [...]
Xiarhos maintains perfect voting record in 2023-2024 legislative session
Rep. Xiarhos maintains perfect voting record in 2023-24 session Was recorded on all 199 votes taken by the House of Representatives August 12, 2024 BOSTON – State Representative Steven Xiarhos (R-Barnstable) maintained a perfect voting record during the 2023-2024 legislative session, participating in all 199 roll call votes recorded in the House of Representatives between February 1, 2023, and August 1, 2024. Representative Xiarhos compiled a 100% attendance record over the last two years, casting votes on several major policy initiatives including health care reform, veterans’ benefits, housing affordability, tax relief, data privacy protections, Second Amendment rights, prescription [...]
Listen to Steve on the airwaves
Listen to Steve on the Airwaves August 12, 2024 Steve has been a recent guest on several regional radio programs. On August 4, he joined The Pat Desmarais Show to talk about recent happenings on Beacon Hill and to discuss his legislative priorities. Please click below to listen: And, on August 6, Steve joined host Kevin Tocci as one of several guests on the Monday Night Talk program to give listeners a State House Report. Please click below to listen:
Representative Xiarhos Celebrates Historic HERO Act Signing in Lexington
Representative Xiarhos Celebrates Historic HERO Act Signing in Lexington August 9, 2024 LEXINGTON – Yesterday, State Representative Steven Xiarhos joined Governor Maura Healey, Secretary of Veterans’ Services Jon Santiago, and numerous colleagues in Lexington to celebrate the signing of the HERO Act, the most comprehensive and expansive legislative package in Massachusetts history dedicated to the welfare of veterans. “This is a monumental step forward for our veterans, one that has been years in the making,” said Representative Xiarhos. “The HERO Act ensures that no veteran is left behind by expanding access to benefits to provide vital support for [...]
Legislature Passes Largest Housing Investment in State History
Legislature Passes Largest Housing Investment in State History August 1, 2024 BOSTON - With the support of Representative Steve Xiarhos (R - 5th Barnstable), the Massachusetts Legislature has passed the Affordable Homes Act, the largest housing investment in Massachusetts history and a powerful first step in tackling the state’s housing affordability crisis. The legislation authorizes $5.16 billion in bond authorizations and tax credits to spur housing production in Massachusetts, while implementing sweeping policy initiatives to facilitate the development of affordable housing and preserve public housing in Massachusetts. “I’m incredibly proud of the investments included in this bill, which [...]
Xiarhos Files Legislation to Require Better State Oversight of Onshore Electric Infrastructure Supporting Offshore Wind Energy
Xiarhos Files Legislation to Require Better State Oversight of Onshore Electric Infrastructure Supporting Offshore Wind Energy June 26, 2024 BOSTON - State Representative Steve Xiarhos (R - Barnstable) filed special legislation this week to compel the development of statewide compliance standards and safety protocols for mitigating dangers posed by onshore electric infrastructure that supports offshore wind-generated energy. Initially numbered as HD5210, the bill was prompted by, and mirrors concerns raised by officials in the Town of Barnstable recently relative to several wind energy projects now in development offshore. Barnstable has signed multiple host agreements with electric utility companies [...]