H4889 aims to address the state’s future information technology and security needs by authorizing a bond of $1.256 billion. The bill provides for significant investments in improving IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and broadband access across the state.
The Massachusetts State House of Representatives passed H4889 on July 24, 2024 by a vote of 154 to 2. We have assigned pluses to the nays because $1.256 billion is a large amount for an unconstitutional spending bill. Additionally, government-subsidized internet predominantly benefits specific segments of the population by allowing the government to pick winners and losers. Such subsidies are a step toward socialism and increased government interference in the free market.