Gov. Healey prioritized affordability, announcing housing, energy, and healthcare plans while launching her reelection bid.

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey, in her 2026 State of the Commonwealth address, made affordability the central focus, criticizing federal policies under President Trump for increasing housing, energy, and healthcare costs. She announced plans to build 220,000 homes by 2035, expand down payment assistance, and lower mortgage rates. A new hydropower connection from Quebec is expected to save $50 million on energy bills. Healey also proposed banning medical debt from credit reports, eliminating prior authorization for many treatments, and restricting social media use by minors with age verification and parental consent. She condemned federal immigration enforcement tactics, highlighted protections for vulnerable communities, and launched her reelection campaign emphasizing state-led action against national challenges.