An Act establishing a special commission to identify, preserve and commemorate historic roadways in Massachusetts
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill creates a special commission within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to study, identify, preserve, and commemorate historic roadways. The commission will include members of the General Court and is tasked with recognizing roadways that hold significant historical or cultural value. The goal is to protect and celebrate these roadways for future generations.
Key provisions
- Establish a special commission to assess historic roadways.
- The commission will identify roadways with historical significance.
- The commission will recommend preservation strategies for these roadways.
- The commission will explore ways to commemorate these roadways.
- Commission members will include representatives from the General Court.
- The commission will have the authority to conduct investigations and gather information.
- The commission will report its findings and recommendations to the legislature.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts residents
- Historical preservation organizations
- The General Court
- Transportation authorities
- Local communities
Notable changes
- This bill establishes a formal process for identifying and protecting historic roadways.
- It creates a dedicated commission to oversee this effort.
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