S2524
An Act to sell naming rights to properties operated by the MCCA
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Bill overview
This bill would allow the Massachusetts Convention Center Authority (MCCA) to sell naming rights to its properties, including the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center. The goal is to generate additional revenue for the MCCA. The bill proposes a change to how the MCCA can utilize its assets to support its operations and programming. It essentially opens the door for private companies to sponsor MCCA facilities.
Key provisions
- Authorizes the MCCA to sell naming rights to its properties.
- Specifies that revenue generated from naming rights sales will benefit the MCCA.
- Designates the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center as a property subject to naming rights sales.
- Allows the MCCA to determine the terms and conditions of naming rights agreements.
- Directs the MCCA to report on the revenue generated from naming rights sales.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts Convention Center Authority (MCCA)
- Businesses interested in sponsoring MCCA properties
- The Commonwealth of Massachusetts (through MCCA revenue)
- Visitors to convention and exhibition centers in Massachusetts
Notable changes
- Currently, the MCCA’s revenue streams are primarily limited to ticket sales and facility fees.
- This bill introduces a new potential revenue source through naming rights.
- It establishes a framework for private sector involvement in the operation of convention facilities.
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight
Cosponsor
Mark C. Montigny
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Bill S.2524 194th (Current)
An Act to sell naming rights to properties operated by the MCCA
Senate, June 2, 2025 -- The committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2179) of Mark C. Montigny for legislation to sell naming rights to the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center and other properties operated by the MCCA, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2524).
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Sponsor: Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 3 actions for Bill S.2524
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 6/2/2025 | Senate | Reported from the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight |
| 6/2/2025 | Senate | New draft of S2179 |
| 6/2/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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