An Act designating Blanding's turtle as the official turtle of the Commonwealth
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill seeks to officially recognize the Blanding’s turtle as the state turtle of Massachusetts. It proposes designating the species as the official turtle or turtle emblem of the Commonwealth. The bill’s goal is to raise awareness and promote conservation efforts for this native reptile. This legislation builds upon previous attempts to establish the Blanding’s turtle as the state’s official turtle.
Key provisions
- Designates the Blanding’s turtle as the official turtle of Massachusetts.
- Authorizes the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs to create a state emblem featuring the Blanding’s turtle.
- Directs the Department of Conservation and Recreation to develop educational materials about the Blanding’s turtle.
- Encourages public awareness campaigns to protect the Blanding’s turtle population.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts residents
- Conservation organizations
- The Department of Conservation and Recreation
- Wildlife enthusiasts
- Blanding’s turtle population
Notable changes
- This bill continues a previous effort to designate the Blanding’s turtle as the state’s official turtle, building on similar legislation.
- The bill authorizes the creation of a state emblem, signifying the species’ importance.
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Primary sponsor
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Steven Ultrino
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