An Act to incentivize the adoption of local climate resilience policies
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to encourage Massachusetts cities and towns to develop and implement climate resilience policies. It proposes to provide financial incentives to local governments that adopt these policies, which are designed to protect communities from the impacts of climate change. The bill seeks to bolster local efforts to prepare for and mitigate risks associated with extreme weather events and other climate-related challenges. It is modeled after similar legislation.
Key provisions
- Provides financial incentives to local governments.
- Encourages the development of climate resilience policies.
- Focuses on protecting communities from climate change impacts.
- Supports local efforts to prepare for extreme weather events.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts cities and towns
- Local governments
- Residents of Massachusetts
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