Former Hubbardston official running for state rep

Nate Boudreau aims to bring local perspective to Beacon Hill

Apr. 16, 2026 at 8:40pm

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A solitary figure stands alone on the steps of a government building, the scene bathed in warm light and deep shadows, conveying a sense of quiet contemplation about the role of state politics in local communities.A former municipal administrator seeks to bring a local perspective to state government.Gardner Today

Nate Boudreau, the former town administrator of Hubbardston, Massachusetts, has announced his candidacy for the state's 2nd Worcester District seat in the Massachusetts House of Representatives. Boudreau is running to replace longtime incumbent Rep. Jonathan Zlotnik, who is retiring after 14 years in office.

Why it matters

Boudreau's campaign is centered on the idea that state government often fails to adequately support and resource local communities. As a former municipal administrator, he hopes to bring a more grounded, community-focused perspective to the state legislature.

The details

Boudreau, a Democrat, is running on a platform of aligning state mandates with local resources, providing more support to towns and cities, and ensuring that decisions made in Boston reflect the needs of people living in the district. He believes his experience managing the day-to-day operations of a small town will give him valuable insights to share in the statehouse.

  • Rep. Jonathan Zlotnik announced he will not seek re-election in 2026 after 14 years in office.
  • Nate Boudreau launched his campaign for the 2nd Worcester District seat in April 2026.

The players

Nate Boudreau

The former town administrator of Hubbardston, Massachusetts, who is running for the state's 2nd Worcester District seat in the Massachusetts House of Representatives.

Rep. Jonathan Zlotnik

The longtime incumbent state representative for the 2nd Worcester District who is retiring after 14 years in office.

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What they’re saying

“I'm running on a simple premise: state government fails communities less through malice than through misalignment—mandates without resources, compliance without support, and decisions made far from the people living with the consequences.”

— Nate Boudreau, Candidate for State Representative

What’s next

Boudreau will face a Democratic primary in September 2026 before the general election in November.

The takeaway

Boudreau's campaign reflects a growing desire among local officials to have a stronger voice in state policymaking, arguing that decisions made in the state capital often fail to account for the unique needs and challenges facing individual communities.