An Act relative to the composition of the licensing board for the city of Salem
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This act changes the composition of the licensing board for the city of Salem, Massachusetts. It amends the existing board to include additional members as determined by the mayor and city council. The bill was approved by the Massachusetts legislature and signed into law as Chapter 46 of the Acts of 2026. This change to the licensing board’s structure was petitioned by Representative Manny Cruz.
Key provisions
- The composition of the Salem Licensing Board will be adjusted.
- The adjustment will be determined by the Salem mayor and city council.
- The bill was enacted into law.
- The bill was signed by the Governor.
- The bill was referred to the Municipalities and Regional Government committee.
- The House and Senate both concurred with the bill.
- A hearing was scheduled for written testimony only.
- The bill was reported favorably by the House committee.
Who is affected
- City of Salem, Massachusetts
- Residents of Salem
- The Licensing Board of Salem
Notable changes
- The bill modifies the existing structure of the Salem Licensing Board.
- The specific changes to the board’s membership are determined by the mayor and city council.
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