Does Massachusetts have the answer to Washington's paralysis?

Massachusetts lawmakers turn the corner in reporting donor information

Device to cut textbook costs at BC High

Argument from House leadership taxes credulity

Lawmakers secure benefits for their struggling communities

About two-fifths of cities have benefited

Patrick says expansion would dilute program

Measure would apply only to municipal elections

A mix of divisiveness and stubborness once again kills an expanded bottle bill

Lawmakers push for projects in their districts

Cost, leadership opposition cited as reasons

Say they have support for including water, teas

Eight communities would be added if measures pass

Legislators scramble to loosen eligibility rules for program