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Senate recognizes Herring Pond Wampanoag Tribal Council and honors two community members in memorials
Summary
Sen. Moran introduced the Herring Pond Wampanoag Tribal Council and invited chairperson Melissa and council members for recognition; the Senate also observed memorials and moments of silence for William J. 'Billy' Driscoll Jr. and Patrick Joseph Lyons.
Senator Moran introduced members of the Herring Pond Wampanoag Council and its chairperson (identified in the transcript as Melissa) and invited them to the Senate chamber for recognition and photographs.
Later in the session the Senate observed a memorial for William J. 'Billy' Driscoll Jr. of Milton, describing his lifelong connection to the community, coaching and athletic contributions at UMass Boston, and his death on April 18, 2024. The Senate stood for a moment of silence in his memory.
Senator Collins also moved that the Senate adjourn in memory of Patrick Joseph Lyons (born July 22, 1954; died Dec. 2, 2024). The motion prevailed and the chamber observed a moment of silence for Mr. Lyons.
The session included formal expressions of condolence and brief remarks about both individuals’ contributions to their communities. The introductions and memorials were ceremonial floor actions recorded in the transcript.
