H488
An Act relative to the Community Preservation Trust Fund
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Bill overview
This bill seeks to establish and support the Community Preservation Trust Fund (CPTF). The CPTF is designed to provide funding for local projects that benefit communities, such as parks, historic preservation, and open space conservation. It aims to help municipalities address critical community needs and enhance the quality of life for residents. The bill intends to clarify and strengthen the operation of this fund.
Key provisions
- Establishes the Community Preservation Trust Fund.
- Authorizes municipalities to create CPTF programs.
- Specifies eligible projects for CPTF funding.
- Provides guidelines for allocating funds within CPTF programs.
- Requires municipalities to report on CPTF activities.
Who is affected
- Municipalities
- Local communities
- Residents of Massachusetts
- Local government officials
- Non-profit organizations
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Primary sponsor
Jr. Bradley H. Jones
Cosponsors
Jr. Bradley H. Jones
Kimberly N. Ferguson
Paul K. Frost
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Bill H.488 194th (Current)
An Act relative to the Community Preservation Trust Fund
By Representative Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 488) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others relative to the Community Preservation Trust Fund. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.
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Presenter: Bradley H. Jones, Jr.
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.488
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 10/31/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 11/13/2025 from 11:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2 |
| 11/13/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 11/13/2025 from 11:00 AM-02:00 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 12/4/2025 | House | Reporting date extended to Monday, March 16, 2026 |
| 3/23/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5269 |
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