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The Commonwealth faced several immediate funding needs requiring action during the fiscal year, including supporting essential services, addressing increased demand for public programs, and ensuring continued access to critical resources for residents.

Massachusetts faced significant fiscal challenges entering Fiscal Year 2026, including rising health care costs, housing affordability concerns, transportation infrastructure needs, and uncertainty surrounding future federal funding. At the same time, residents continued to face high costs for housing, childcare, education, food, and health care.