H4105
An Act relative to open space and aid to agriculture
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Bill overview
This bill, H.4105, addresses the distribution of revenue generated from gaming activities in Massachusetts. It proposes to allocate a portion of this revenue to support open space preservation and agricultural aid programs. The bill aims to bolster these sectors through dedicated funding, potentially enhancing conservation efforts and supporting the state’s agricultural industry. It is currently undergoing review and hearings within the legislature.
Key provisions
- Allocation of gaming revenue to open space acquisition and maintenance.
- Provision of financial assistance to agricultural operations.
- Establishment of mechanisms for distributing the designated revenue.
- Potential for study orders related to agricultural programs (linked to H.5068).
Who is affected
- Massachusetts residents
- Open space conservation organizations
- Agricultural producers and farmers
- The State’s General Fund
- Gaming Revenue Distribution Entities
Notable changes
- This bill specifically directs gaming revenue towards open space and agriculture, distinguishing it from broader funding mechanisms.
- It is linked to a study order (H.5068) regarding agricultural programs.
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Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Barbara Kellogg
James C. Arena-DeRosa
Meghan K. Kilcoyne
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Bill H.4105 194th (Current)
An Act relative to open space and aid to agriculture
By Representative Blais of Deerfield (by request), a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Barbara Kellogg relative to the distribution of certain gaming revenue. Revenue.
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Bill Information
Presenting Legislator is not a sponsor of this measure.
Presenter: Natalie M. Blais (By Request)
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.4105
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 3/24/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on House Rules |
| 5/8/2025 | House | Reported, referred to the committee on Joint Rules, reported, rules suspended and referred to the committee on Revenue |
| 5/12/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 7/1/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/15/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1 |
| 8/27/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/09/2025 from 10:00 AM-1:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium |
| 2/12/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5068 |
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