S297
An Act relative to gateway municipalities
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Bill overview
This bill seeks to formally define what constitutes a ‘gateway municipality’ in Massachusetts. Currently, the term is not clearly defined, leading to potential confusion and challenges in coordinating regional economic development efforts. The legislation aims to establish a clear definition for this term, which is likely related to municipalities with significant transportation hubs or economic importance to surrounding areas. The bill’s purpose is to provide clarity and consistency in how these municipalities are treated within the state’s economic planning framework.
Key provisions
- Defines ‘gateway municipality’ based on criteria related to transportation and economic activity.
- Establishes a process for the Executive Office of Economic Development to identify gateway municipalities.
- The definition will be used for coordinating regional economic development initiatives.
- The bill directs the Economic Development and Emerging Technologies committee to study the issue and make recommendations.
- The study will consider the impact of gateway municipalities on regional transportation and economic growth.
Who is affected
- Gateway municipalities in Massachusetts
- Regional economic development agencies
- The Executive Office of Economic Development
- Transportation planners
- Local governments
Notable changes
- Currently, the term ‘gateway municipality’ lacks a formal definition in Massachusetts law.
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Primary sponsor
Jr. William J. Driscoll
Cosponsor
Jr. William J. Driscoll
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Bill S.297 194th (Current)
An Act relative to gateway municipalities
By Mr. Driscoll, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 297) of William J. Driscoll, Jr. for legislation to define gateway municipalities. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.
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Bill Information
Presenter: William J. Driscoll, Jr.
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.297
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 9/16/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/25/2025 from 11:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1 |
| 9/25/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 09/25/2025 from 11:00 AM-11:30 AM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 12/18/2025 | Senate | Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2885 |
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