Statement of Steve Xiarhos Denouncing US Appeals Court Decision in the Boston Marathon Bombing Case July 31, 2020 BARNSTABLE – Steve Xiarhos, Republican candidate for State Representative in the 5th Barnstable District, issued the following statement today denouncing a decision of the U.S. Court of Appeals vacating the death sentence for the convicted Boston Marathon Bomber:-- "I am a strong believer in our Constitution, and the freedoms and protections it guarantees. However, I find it offensive that a United States Appeals Court would vacate the death penalty sentence for the Boston Marathon Bomber. Made even worse, this stunningly [...]

XIARHOS RECEIVES ENDORSEMENT FROM PROFESSIONAL FIRE FIGHTERS OF MASSACHUSETTS July 30, 2020 BARNSTABLE – Steve Xiarhos, Republican candidate for State Representative in the Fifth Barnstable District, announced today that his campaign has received the endorsement of the Professional Fire Fighters of Massachusetts. “The over 12,000 members of the Professional Fire Fighters of Massachusetts (PFFM) are proud to endorse you for State Representative,” said Rich MacKinnon, Jr., President of the Professional Fire Fighters of Massachusetts, in a letter to Xiarhos announcing the endorsement. “As a Gold Star father and former Deputy Chief of Police, you have a deep understanding [...]

PLYMOUTH COUNTY SHERIFF JOSEPH McDONALD ENDORSES STEVE XIARHOS FOR STATE REP July 27, 2020 PLYMOUTH – Steve Xiarhos, Republican candidate for State Representative in the Fifth Barnstable District, announced today that his campaign has been officially endorsed by Plymouth County Sheriff Joseph McDonald. "As a former police officer and Deputy Chief of Police, Steve Xiarhos knows what policies will help to keep our communities safe," said McDonald. "Steve knows how important it is for law enforcement to have the information and resources needed to get the job done. And, he knows how important it is to keep up [...]

Statement of Steve Xiarhos in Opposition to Police Reform Bill Passed by the House July 25, 2020 BARNSTABLE – Steve Xiarhos, Republican candidate for State Representative in the 5th Barnstable District, issued the following statement today in opposition to the Police Reform Bill passed by the House of Representatives last night:-- "I am extremely disappointed by the so-called Police Reform Bill passed by the House of Representatives in a rushed vote late Friday night. Once again, in a disturbing and frightening trend, the Legislature has acted -- with limited transparency and accountability -- to undermine law enforcement in [...]

State Rep. Tim Whelan Endorses Steve Xiarhos for 5th Barnstable District Seat July 20, 2020 BARNSTABLE – State Representative Timothy Whelan (R – 1st Barnstable District) has announced that he is endorsing Republican candidate Steve Xiarhos for State Representative in the 5th Barnstable District. “I am honored to receive the endorsement of my friend and hopefully my future colleague, Representative Whelan,” said Xiarhos. “I was proud to work with Rep. Whelan during my time as Deputy Chief of Police in Yarmouth. He has represented portions of that community, along with parts of Barnstable, Brewster, and the town of Dennis, [...]

Xiarhos Submits Legislative Testimony Critical of Certain Provisions in Police Reform Bill July 17, 2020 BARNSTABLE -- Steven Xiarhos, Republican candidate for State Representative in the Fifth Barnstable District, provided testimony today critical of certain provisions of Senate Bill 2820, commonly referred to as the “Police Reform Bill,” which is now being considered by the House of Representatives. In written comments submitted to the House Ways and Means Committee and the Joint Committee on the Judiciary, Xiarhos expressed his support for certain reforms of standards applicable to police, especially expanded training for officers. However, he noted several concerns [...]

State Rep. Will Crocker Endorses Steve Xiarhos for 5th Barnstable District Seat July 16, 2020 BARNSTABLE – Steve Xiarhos, Republican candidate for State Representative in the Fifth Barnstable District, is pleased to announce that his candidacy has been formally endorsed by State Representative Will Crocker (R – 2nd Barnstable District). “I believe that Steve will do an excellent job as the next State Representative for the Fifth Barnstable District," said Rep. Crocker. "I have known Steve for many years through his law enforcement career, and he has shown he has the ability and the willingness to address the [...]

XIARHOS CRITICIZES ACTION TAKEN BY MASSACHUSETTS LEGISLATORS ON POLICE REFORM, REGIONAL TAX INCREASES July 15, 2020 BARNSTABLE -- Steven Xiarhos, Republican candidate for State Representative in the Fifth Barnstable District, called today for the House of Representatives to send the Police Reform Bill (S. 2800) recently passed by the Massachusetts Senate back to a legislative committee for a public hearing and further deliberation. “This is an important piece of legislation. As much as the topic of police reform deserves consideration and action, this bill also deserves not to be rushed through the Legislature,” said Xiarhos. “This bill did [...]

XIARHOS CALLS FOR LEGISLATURE TO REMAIN IN EXTENDED SESSION Says delaying the end of formal sessions until August 21 would enable important legislative business to be accomplished thoughtfully July 13, 2020 BARNSTABLE – Steve Xiarhos, Republican candidate for State Representative in the Fifth Barnstable District, called today for the Massachusetts Legislature to remain in session on an extended basis this summer to address pending legislative needs. Specifically, Xiarhos called on legislators to suspend the General Court’s Joint Rule 12A and remain in formal sessions until Friday, August 21. “We are living in unprecedented times as our Commonwealth continues [...]

State Rep. David Vieira Endorses Steve Xiarhos for 5th Barnstable District Seat July 13, 2020 BOURNE –Steve Xiarhos, Republican candidate for State Representative in the Fifth Barnstable District, is pleased to announce that his candidacy has been formally endorsed by State Representative David Vieira (R – 3rd Barnstable District). "I recently had the opportunity to catch up with my friend Steve Xiarhos at Joint Base Cape Cod to discuss the tireless efforts he and his group of volunteers at FOOD4VETS have invested to make sure our vets and military families have food security during this difficult time. He [...]