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“Senator Berry has played a tremendous role in autism insurance reform legislation and the efforts earned him this year’s Adovacate for Austism of Massachusetts Legislator of the Year award. The Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism joins Senator Berry in his mission to prioritize the needs of children and families affected by autism. We applaud his efforts to ensure proper medical coverage for families who care for children with autism and thank him for his dedication to this important cause.”

— Doug Flutie

"Senator Fred Berry's leadership was instrumental in restoring funding for the Mass Accessible Housing Registry (Mass Access) through passage of an amendment to the Senate budget. Thanks to Sen. Berry's commitment to preserving this critical program, people with disabilities and homeless families can continue to turn to Mass Access to find accessible, affordable housing in communities throughout Massachusetts."

— Aaron Gornstein, Executive Director, Citizens' Housing and Planning Association, Inc. (CHAPA)

"Throughout his career, Senator Berry has been a staunch supporter of public education, believing that it is the foundation of a civilized society. He has championed programs to make quality public higher education affordable for his constituents, and his enthusiasm for public higher educa­tion has been demonstrated on numerous occasions on our campus. During the 2006 under­graduate commencement ceremony, Salem State was proud to recognize Senator Berry’s social advocacy and commitment to public higher education by presenting him with the degree Doctor of Humane Letters, honoris causa. With Senator Berry’s steadfast support, Salem State is certain to reach even greater heights, allowing us to continue a tradition of excellence."

— Patricia Maguire Meservey, President, Salem State College

"Common Cause is pleased to recognize Senator Berry and all the members of the conference committee that worked so hard on the 2009 Ethics, Lobbying, and Campaign Finance Reform Law. This legislation was a tremendous accomplishment and the most comprehensive reform in decades. We thank Senator Berry and the other conferees for their work on this important reform."

— Pam Wilmot, Executive Director, Common Cause Massachusetts