S2151
An Act establishing the official salamander of the Commonwealth
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Bill overview
This bill seeks to officially designate the blue-spotted salamander as the state amphibian of Massachusetts. It formally recognizes the importance of this species within the Commonwealth's ecosystem. The legislation aims to elevate awareness and appreciation for the blue-spotted salamander. This is not the first attempt to establish this designation, with several similar bills having been proposed in the past.
Key provisions
- Designates the blue-spotted salamander as the official amphibian of Massachusetts.
- Recognizes the importance of the blue-spotted salamander to the state's biodiversity.
- Authorizes the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation to develop educational materials about the species.
Who is affected
- Residents of Massachusetts
- Conservation organizations
- The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation
Notable changes
- This bill builds upon previous attempts to establish the blue-spotted salamander as the official state amphibian.
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Primary sponsor
Barry R. Finegold
Cosponsors
Barry R. Finegold
James B. Eldridge
John F. Keenan
Jr. William J. Driscoll
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Bill S.2151 194th (Current)
An Act establishing the official salamander of the Commonwealth
By Mr. Finegold, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2151) of Barry R. Finegold for legislation to establish the blue-spotted salamander as the official amphibian of the Commonwealth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Barry R. Finegold Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Rules
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.2151
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 6/18/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/24/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1 |
| 12/11/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules |
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