Currently holds the office of Massachusetts State Senate - First Plymouth & Norfolk (District 31) until January 6, 2027.
Candidate for Massachusetts State Senate - First Plymouth & Norfolk (District 31) in 2026 Massachusetts Primary Election.
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Get StartedAs we modernize our public safety system to ensure equal protection of all citizens, regardless of race or color, Senator O’Connor believes in preserving due process for police officers, while implementing certification systems and increased training for the law enforcement profession. Learn more
Improving the court and probation system to give domestic violence victims a stronger voice and increased protection from previous abusers. Learn more
Supporting and securing school safety grants to South Shore public schools who apply for funding to increase security camera surveillance, door locking mechanisms, and communications systems. Learn more
Senator O’Connor believes that public safety officers who dedicate themselves to the safety of every Massachusetts resident are indispensable parts of our community. This is why Senator O’Connor fights for legislation that evaluates, reforms, and supports our Police and Fire Departments. Learn more
Increasing access to restraining orders and including ways to inform officials if there is an immediate threat to the victim’s life. Learn more
Advocates for the preservation of open space and natural habitats. Learn more
Supports divesting from non-renewable fuels and investing in sustainable, clean energy. Learn more
Supports investment in energy storage to complement the expansion of renewable energy sources. Energy storage is a significant strategic opportunity because it can improve grid operations, provide backup power through storms, and benefit the local economy. Ratepayer cost benefits of energy storage are associated with reduced peak demand, reduced greenhouse gas emissions, reduced cost of renewables integration, and increased grid flexibility and resilience. Learn more
Supports expanding our Renewable Energy Portfolio, which involves procuring more megawatts of wind, solar, and other clean energies so that our resources are eventually 100% renewable. This means setting aggressive timelines so that Massachusetts can meet emissions reduction targets and eliminate our carbon footprint as fast as possible. Learn more
Working to increase the affordability of healthcare and expand services. Learn more
Senator O’Connor has always believed in the value of labor. As the son of a union nurse and union plumber, he was taught at a very young age the importance of being able to collectively bargain, earn a living wage, and have access to health and retirement benefits. For his entire career, Patrick has supported and demanded project labor agreements, fought for workers’ rights to collectively bargain, stood with unions against efforts of privatization, and voted in favor of legislation that directly benefits the hardworking men and women of organized labor in Massachusetts. Learn more
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