H4131
An Act relative to mitigation during department of transportation projects
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Bill overview
This bill addresses mitigation strategies during transportation projects undertaken by the Department of Transportation (DOT). It aims to ensure that DOT projects minimize negative impacts on the environment and communities. The bill likely seeks to establish or strengthen procedures for assessing and mitigating these impacts, potentially requiring more comprehensive planning and consideration of alternative approaches. It intends to improve the overall sustainability of DOT operations.
Key provisions
- Requires the DOT to assess potential mitigation measures for its projects.
- Likely mandates consideration of environmental impacts during project planning.
- May establish guidelines for minimizing disruption to communities affected by DOT projects.
- Could require the DOT to explore and implement sustainable practices.
- Potentially includes provisions for stakeholder engagement in the mitigation process.
Who is affected
- Department of Transportation (DOT)
- Local communities near DOT projects
- Environmental groups
- Transportation contractors
- Massachusetts residents
Notable changes
- The bill may introduce new requirements for environmental impact assessments.
- It could lead to increased collaboration between the DOT and local communities.
- Potential changes to DOT project planning procedures.
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Bill H.4131 194th (Current)
An Act relative to mitigation during department of transportation projects
By Representative McMurtry of Dedham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4131) of Paul McMurtry relative to mitigation during department of transportation projects. Transportation.
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Presenter: Paul McMurtry
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.4131
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 5/12/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Transportation |
| 5/15/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 10/15/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/21/2025 from 11:00 AM-01:00 PM in B-2 |
| 10/15/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 10/21/2025 from 11:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing location changed |
| 10/21/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 10/21/2025 from 11:00 AM-11:45 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 2/25/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5143 |
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