The McCarthy campaign has announced that the Whitman Fire Fighters union has officially endorsed State Representative Allen McCarthy's candidacy for reelection. The union represents the town's professional fire fighters.

“Since he was first elected, Allen McCarthy has fought for the public safety programs and local aid funding that help keep fire fighters and the towns we protect safe,” said Josef Kenealey, president of Whitman Fire Fighters Local 1769.  “I know we can trust him to continue that fight on behalf of Abington, East Bridgewater, and Whitman.  We are proud to endorse Allen McCarthy for State Representative.

September 23, 2010

Representative McCarthy will hold his next monthly office hours on Wednesday, October 13^th from 9 – 10 a.m.

They will take place in his office, located at 27 South Ave., in Whitman.  Constituents from all three towns are invited to discuss any questions or concerns regarding state government.  No appointments are necessary.

For further information or immediate assistance, constituents are always welcome to call his State House office at (617) 722-2070.

September 23, 2010

Representative McCarthy announced today that grants totaling $13,260 have been awarded to the cultural councils in his district by the Massachusetts Cultural Council (MCC).

The grants will support a variety of cultural activities that benefit local residents. The announcement was made as part of a statewide funding program by the MCC.

We hope you can join us on the patio at the Abington Ale House for our biggest event of the fall.  Election Day is just around the corner, and Allen needs your support as we head into the home stretch.  Please invite your friends, and we hope to see you there!

McCarthy Campaign September Social

Tuesday, September 21st

6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Abington Ale House - 1235 Bedford Street, Abington

Suggested donations:
$30 per person or $50 per couple
Sponsor - $100
Patron - $200

September 14, 2010

Representative McCarthy announced today that he will hold his monthly office hours on Monday, September 20th from 7 – 8pm.  They will take place in his office, located at 27 South Ave. in Whitman.  Constituents from all three towns are invited to discuss any questions or concerns regarding state government.  No appointments are necessary.

For further information or immediate assistance, constituents are always welcome to call his State House office at (617) 722-2070.

August 25, 2010

Citing significant progress, State Representative Allen McCarthy is promising to continue the fight to make Massachusetts the first state in the country to pass so-called “Right to Repair” legislation.

The bill would require car manufactures to make important safety and repair information available to all repair shops, not just those affiliated with dealerships.  With this information, independent repair shops could offer a wider variety of services to their customers.  The legislation is supported by AAA of Southern New England. 

July 28, 2010

State Representative Allen McCarthy yesterday joined his colleagues in the Massachusetts House of Representatives in passing legislation requiring health insurance companies to cover the diagnosis of and treatment for Autism Spectrum Disorders.

“As a co-sponsor of this legislation, I am very excited to see it on the move,” said McCarthy. “Autism Spectrum Disorder affects 1 in every 110 children, including many of my constituents.  Over the past few months, I have heard from many parents and family members about the critical need for this bill.  I look forward to adding Massachusetts to the list of more than 20 states that have already passed similar legislation.”

July 23, 2010

State Representative Allen McCarthy yesterday joined his colleagues in the Massachusetts House of Representatives in passing legislation designed to control health care costs for small businesses.

The legislation requires carriers to submit rate filings to the Department of Insurance (DOI) at least ninety days before the effective date with sufficient detail so that the DOI may approve the rates or disapprove if the rates are found inadequate, excessive or unreasonable in relation to the benefits provided.