S1455
An Act relative to the use of certain fairground properties
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Bill overview
This bill addresses the management and operation of properties typically found at fairgrounds. It aims to establish regulations, permissions, or restrictions related to these properties within specific areas. The legislation is currently under review by the Municipalities and Regional Government committee. The bill is linked to a study order (S2717) and similar bills concerning MBTA communities and public hearing notifications for zoning variances.
Key provisions
- Establishes regulations for fairground properties.
- Addresses permissions and restrictions related to their operation.
- Focuses on management of specific land or structures at fairgrounds.
- Currently under review by the Municipalities and Regional Government committee.
Who is affected
- Municipalities
- Regional Government
- Fairground operators
Notable changes
- Linked to a study order (S2717).
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Joan B. Lovely
Cosponsors
David F. DeCoste
Donald H. Wong
Joan B. Lovely
Joanne M. Comerford
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Bill S.1455 194th (Current)
An Act relative to the use of certain fairground properties
By Ms. Lovely, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1455) of Joan B. Lovely, Joanne M. Comerford and Steven S. Howitt for legislation relative the management of specific pieces of land or structures typically found at a fairground, often referring to regulations, permissions, or restrictions regarding their operation within a particular area. Municipalities and Regional Government.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Joan B. Lovely
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.1455
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Municipalities and Regional Government |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 7/9/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/22/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-1 |
| 10/30/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/22/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-1 |
| 11/13/2025 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S2717 |
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