February 6, 2026

Our annual Legislator Forum with MetroWest legislators, EastersealsMA and REquipment went well, with legislators understanding our requests and needs. While no promises could be made, the dialogue was worthwhile.

Legislators

• Senate President Karen Spilka
• Senator Becca Rausch
• Representative Jack Lewis
• Representative David Linsky
• Representative Kate Donaghue
• Representative Kate Hogan (remote)
• Representative Danielle Gregoire
• Representative Priscila Sousa
• Representative Carmine Gentile

MWCIL

Director Sadie Simone highlighted level funding for Independent Living, as well as the need for additional affordable and accessible housing.

Easterseals MA

Paul Madeiros, President, asked for an increase in funding for Assistive Technology

Alexandra Ullrich spoke of the successes and need for funding of the MA College Navigator program.

Joe Bellil, V.P. and MWCIL Board Member

REquipment

Adriana Mailozzi, CEO of REquipment DME and AT Reuse Program, asked that the program be funded again at 500,000. She also advocated for the Wheelchair Repair bill.

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