H297
An Act relative to neighborhood stabilization and economic development
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Bill overview
This bill aims to support neighborhood stabilization and economic development throughout Massachusetts. It seeks to provide resources and strategies for communities facing challenges related to housing, economic opportunity, and overall revitalization. The bill intends to foster sustainable growth and improve the quality of life in distressed neighborhoods by encouraging collaboration between various stakeholders. It establishes a framework for addressing systemic issues and promoting equitable development.
Key provisions
- Supports initiatives for neighborhood stabilization.
- Promotes economic development strategies within affected communities.
- Encourages collaboration between state agencies, local governments, and community organizations.
- May include provisions for assessing community needs and developing targeted interventions.
- Could establish a process for identifying and prioritizing distressed neighborhoods.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts communities experiencing economic hardship
- Residents of distressed neighborhoods
- Local governments
- Community development organizations
- Small businesses
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Primary sponsor
Antonio F. D. Cabral
Cosponsors
Antonio F. D. Cabral
Christopher Hendricks
Mary S. Keefe
Rodney M. Elliott
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Bill H.297 194th (Current)
An Act relative to neighborhood stabilization and economic development
By Representative Cabral of New Bedford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 297) of Antonio F. D. Cabral and others relative to neighborhood stabilization and economic development. Community Development and Small Businesses.
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Presenter: Antonio F. D. Cabral
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Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.297
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Community Development and Small Businesses |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 6/23/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/26/2025 from 10:00 AM-02:00 PM in A-1 |
| 6/25/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 06/26/2025 from 10:00 AM-02:00 PM in B-1 |
| 2/12/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5064 |
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