H299
An Act to improve management of business improvement districts
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Bill overview
This bill aims to strengthen the oversight and management of Business Improvement Districts (BIDs) in Massachusetts. It seeks to establish clearer regulations and procedures for these districts, ensuring they operate effectively and transparently. The legislation intends to improve accountability and enhance the benefits BIDs provide to local businesses and communities. Ultimately, the goal is to create more robust and well-managed BIDs across the state.
Key provisions
- Establishes requirements for BID governance and financial transparency.
- Defines procedures for BID formation and dissolution.
- Requires BIDs to engage with local businesses and community stakeholders.
- Creates a framework for BID funding and revenue management.
- Mandates reporting requirements for BIDs to ensure accountability.
- Addresses BID operational standards and best practices.
- Specifies procedures for BID elections and board member selection.
Who is affected
- Business Improvement Districts (BIDs)
- Local Businesses
- Community Stakeholders
- Massachusetts Municipalities
- Residents of Massachusetts
Notable changes
- The bill introduces standardized regulations for BID operations.
- It clarifies the roles and responsibilities of BID boards and staff.
- It may require BIDs to demonstrate a clear return on investment for their activities.
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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.299 194th (Current)
An Act to improve management of business improvement districts
By Representative Cabral of New Bedford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 299) of Antonio F. D. Cabral and others for legislation to further regulate business improvement districts. Community Development and Small Businesses.
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Presenter: Antonio F. D. Cabral
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Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.299
| 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 |
| 9/15/2025 | House | Reporting date extended to Sunday, November 23, 2025 |
| 11/19/2025 | House | Accompanied a new draft, see H4756 |
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