Statement on the shootings in Minnesota The early morning shootings of State Representative Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark and State Senator John Hoffman and his wife at their homes, which led to Rep. Hortman and her husband’s death, ...

Discourse and debate are pillars of American democracy. And it is supported by free elections, peaceful assembly, and freedom of speech. Violence, threats, and trolling those we disagree with is the opposite of what has made and will make America exceptional.

UPDATE: Due to the Rochester Town Election on May 28, office hours in Rochester will be by appointment only, please call 617-722-2400 ext. 7962 to schedule.

Rochester Office Hours will resume the following month, on the 4th Wednesday, 8-9 am on June 25.

UPDATE: Due to the Rochester Town Election on May 28, office hours in Rochester will be by appointment only, please call 617-722-2400 ext. 7962 to schedule.

Rochester Office Hours will resume the following month, on the 4th Wednesday, 8-9 am on June 25

Will Massachusetts lawmakers protect students from sex abuse? - The New Bedford Light Massachusetts lags behind 39 other states, where laws make it illegal for school employees to sexually abuse teens. A New Bedford family has gone to federal court alleging their teenage son’s school f...

"Whatever inconsistencies there may be in law, I am confident that those issues can be addressed, so I don’t think that there should be a barrier to putting in place important protections. We have a lot of talent to resolve issues of law, because the underlying issue is protecting young people."

Plymouth Profiles with State Rep. Mark Sylvia; Miriam O'Neal and Jennifer Harris YouTube video by Community Producers on The Local Seen

It was an honor to appear on Plymouth Profiles. #MaPoli #PlymouthProfiles

Rep. Sylvia eager to work on green issues and cost of living - The New Bedford Light Oysters, fish, and clean water: they’re on the Fairhaven Democrat’s agenda as he represents the South Coast on the Environment and Natural Resources Committee.

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Evening of Conversation, March 26, 6 PM Please join Senator Michael J. Rodrigues & Representative Mark Sylvia on Wednesday, March 26th, 2025 at 6:00 PM at the Rochester Council on Aging, 67 Dexter Lane, Rochester, MA.All are welcome to atte...

Join me tomorrow evening at the Rochester COA!

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State Lawmakers File Bill to Create Commission to Explore New Funding Alternatives for South Coast Town Wastewater Projects - Buzzards Bay Coalition To stem nitrogen pollution from septic systems and aging wastewater treatment systems throughout the Buzzards Bay watershed, local officials need new funding sources to assist the towns of the South C...

Proud to join my fellow legislators in working to tackle this critical issue for our South Coast communities and Buzzards Bay. #MaPoli

Get to know Tri-Town’s new State Rep. Mark Sylvia Newly elected State Rep. Mark Sylvia began his first term in January, representing Marion, Rochester, Mattapoisett and the rest of the 10th Bristol District. Sylvia, a Democrat, took over from longtim...

It was a pleasure to sit down with Leighah Beausoleil from Sippican Week to discuss my journey to being State Rep.

#MaPoli #10thBristolDistrict #StateRepMarkSylvia

Massachusetts State House

Committee assignments have been made and I am pleased to announce that I have been appointed to the Joint Committees on Environment and Natural Resources, Labor and Workforce Development, and House Committees on Climate Action and Sustainability and Federal Funding, Policy and Accountability.

Spring office hours schedule. #10thBristolDistrict

Spring office hours schedule. #10thBristolDistrict #MarkSylvia

‘Must act immediately’: Healey calls on DPU chair to reduce energy costs for consumers Gov. Maura Healey is calling on the Department of Public Utilities to “act immediately” to reduce skyrocketing energy costs for Massachusetts consumers.

Today, I met with my fellow colleagues to discuss the efforts we will take on behalf our constituents. #10thBristolDisctrict

I am here with my colleague State Rep. Michelle Badger giving you an update on the rate hikes from our utility companies. #10thBristolDistrict

When it comes to deeper conversations and official matters, I want to connect with you in more meaningful ways.
That’s why I’m committed to being available—whether it’s through local office hours, a phone call, or an in-person meeting. Visit staterepmarksylvia.com to connect.

Civic/community engagement is so important to affect positive change. It was great to be with UMass Dartmouth students, community organizations, and the UMass Dartmouth Leduc Center for Civic Engagement at the Connecting for Change Expo on February 29.

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I am thrilled to announce the official launch to my State Representative website. There you can learn more about me, my focus as your State Rep., how to connect with me, and more.

My local office hours start February 3rd and I can't wait to connect. Onward!

www.staterepmarksylvia.com

Great news! - FAA finalized control tower design for New Bedford Regional Airport! Thank you former Rep. Bill Straus, during his time as transportation committee chair, our New Bedford state legislative delegation and Congressman Keating for enabling this milestone. #MaPoli #10thBristolDistrict

Speaker at MLK event at Grace Episcopal Church in New Bedford.

Creative Expressions Contest winner at MLK event at Grace Episcopal Church in New Bedford.

Essay contest winner from MLK event at Bristol Community College in New Bedford

Speaker at BCC MLK event in New Bedford.

On MLK Jr. Day, throughout our community and around our country, we celebrate Dr. King's legacy and what he taught us, through his actions, about doing for others, about doing what is right and about always seeking justice.

Opinion: Thank you for electing me as your next state representative To the people of the 10th Bristol District – Thank you for electing me as your next state representative. On Jan. 1, 2025, I will hit the ground running on your behalf. Thank you for placing your trus...

I look forward to meeting with officials in our six municipalities to discuss how I can help. I will also set office hours in the district to be accessible and available to you. And I will communicate with you regularly to ensure the district is always informed.

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Please feel free to reach out to me about anything 10th Bristol District related via email at Mark.Sylvia@mahouse.gov or contact my District Manager at Betty.DeBenedictis@mahouse.gov

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