GREEK INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATED AT THE WHITE HOUSE

Greek Independence Day Celebrated at The White House March 25, 2025 I'm exceptionally proud to be an American. As the grandson of Greek immigrants, I'm also proud of my family's Greek heritage. And so, it was with immense pride and appreciation that I was honored to accept an invitation to The White House yesterday to help celebrate Greek Independence Day. Today is the 204th Anniversary of Greek Independence Day, and the White House has hosted an annual celebration of the event every year since 1987. Denise and I would like to thank President Trump for his very generous [...]

GREEK INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATED AT THE WHITE HOUSE2025-03-25T10:26:24-04:00

Representative Xiarhos Appointed to Xylazine Commission

Representative Xiarhos Appointed to Xylazine Commission March 24, 2025 BOSTON – House Minority Leader Bradley H. Jones, Jr. (R-North Reading) has appointed State Representative Steven George Xiarhos (R-Barnstable) to a special legislative commission tasked with addressing the growing public health and safety concerns surrounding xylazine. Xylazine is an animal tranquilizer that has been used by licensed veterinarians since 1971. However, its increasing presence in illicit drug mixtures has alarmed law enforcement and public health officials. According to the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH), “Fentanyl is increasingly being mixed with the veterinary sedative xylazine (‘tranq’), which continues to [...]

Representative Xiarhos Appointed to Xylazine Commission2025-03-25T10:33:03-04:00

Honored to Receive the Elks Distinguished Citizenship Award

Honored to Receive the Elks Distinguished Citizenship Award March 23, 2025 I was honored to receive the Elks Distinguished Citizenship Award today from Falmouth Lodge No. 2380 and the Grand Lodge of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. This recognition for service to our community, state, and country is very meaningful to me. A special thank you to Exalted Ruler Dennis Souweine, as well as the entire Falmouth Lodge, for this incredible honor and for all that you do to support our veterans, first responders, and families in need. The Elks have a long tradition of service—values [...]

Honored to Receive the Elks Distinguished Citizenship Award2025-03-25T10:38:21-04:00

Rep. Xiarhos: Fighting for Massachusetts Families & Communities

Rep. Xiarhos: Fighting for Massachusetts Families & Communities February 21, 2025 Dear Friends, Like many of you who will read this post, I am growing increasingly worried about the direction our state appears to be heading. Each day brings with it a new set of headlines that give cause for concern on a number of fronts. The ongoing crisis involving migrant support and the skyrocketing cost of living (energy, groceries, housing, etc.) are top on the list, and they are frequent topics of calls and e-mails I receive at my office. I want you to know that I [...]

Rep. Xiarhos: Fighting for Massachusetts Families & Communities2025-02-21T10:24:25-05:00

Representative Xiarhos Files Comprehensive Legislative Agenda for the 194th General Court on Beacon Hill

Representative Xiarhos Files Comprehensive Legislative Agenda for the 194th General Court on Beacon Hill January 23, 2025 BOSTON - State Representative Steven G. Xiarhos (R-Barnstable) is proud to announce the filing of an ambitious legislative package for the 194th Legislative Session on Beacon Hill, addressing a wide range of critical issues affecting residents of Massachusetts. This comprehensive agenda reflects a deep commitment to public safety, mental health, veterans, education, economic development, and community infrastructure. Xiarhos says he is also pursuing opportunities to lower the cost of living for Massachusetts families and to make state government more accountable and [...]

Representative Xiarhos Files Comprehensive Legislative Agenda for the 194th General Court on Beacon Hill2025-02-17T08:03:44-05:00

XIARHOS OUTLINES AGGRESSIVE LEGISLATIVE AGENDA FOR 2025-2026

XIARHOS OUTLINES AGGRESSIVE LEGISLATIVE AGENDA FOR 2025-2026 January 14, 2025 BOSTON – Just a few weeks into his third term of office, State Representative Steve Xiarhos (R – 5th Barnstable) has been busy filing legislation to oppose state sanctuary and migrant spending policies and to make Massachusetts safer. Xiarhos has been a vocal critic of the state’s use of the “Right to Shelter Law” to backstop hundreds of millions of dollars of state spending to fund migrant housing and support. According to Xiarhos, the law never was intended for such purposes, but rather to provide protections to Massachusetts [...]

XIARHOS OUTLINES AGGRESSIVE LEGISLATIVE AGENDA FOR 2025-20262025-01-14T10:34:48-05:00

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 [...]

Former Governor Charlie Baker Endorses Steve Xiarhos for State Representative2024-10-05T16:09:17-04:00

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 [...]

Xiarhos Endorsed by Three Members of Sandwich Select Board2024-09-29T10:31:00-04:00

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 [...]

Karyn Polito Endorses Steve Xiarhos for State Rep.2024-09-06T09:07:26-04:00
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