Annual Legislative Briefing
February 16, 2026
On February 9, 2026, the Public Health Institute of Western Massachusetts convened partners and legislators to celebrate the FY26 earmark for 413Cares.org and to share updates on major regional initiatives.
PHIWM extends deep appreciation to Representative Michael Finn, Senator Adam Gomez, and the entire Western Massachusetts legislative delegation for their continued partnership and support for 413Cares.org, which remains a critical tool for connecting Western MA residents to help when they need it most.
413Cares.org saw major growth in 2025, with searches doubling and the number of users increasing more than fourfold.
Check out photos from the gathering below!
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