S2570
An Act relative to the Ware River watershed advisory committee
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Bill overview
This bill concerns the Ware River Watershed Advisory Committee, a group that works to protect and manage the Ware River watershed in Massachusetts. The bill aims to update the committee’s structure and operations to improve its effectiveness in addressing environmental concerns related to the watershed. It essentially seeks to refine the committee’s role and responsibilities for the long-term health of the river and its surrounding area. This legislation builds upon previous efforts to establish and improve the committee’s function.
Key provisions
- The bill updates the composition of the Ware River Watershed Advisory Committee.
- It clarifies the committee’s responsibilities for watershed management.
- The bill aims to enhance the committee’s ability to coordinate with other relevant organizations.
- It establishes procedures for reporting and data sharing within the committee.
Who is affected
- Residents of Massachusetts
- The Ware River Watershed
- Environmental organizations
- State agencies involved in water resource management
Notable changes
- The bill modifies the existing structure of the Ware River Watershed Advisory Committee.
- It reinforces the committee’s role in promoting sustainable practices within the watershed.
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources
Cosponsors
Bruce E. Tarr
Donald R. Berthiaume Jr.
Peter J. Durant
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Bill S.2570 194th (Current)
An Act relative to the Ware River watershed advisory committee
The committee on Environment and Natural Resources to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 582) of Peter J. Durant, Donald R. Berthiaume, Jr. and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to the Ware river watershed advisory committee, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2570).
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Rules
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Displaying 3 actions for Bill S.2570
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 8/11/2025 | Senate | Reported from the committee on Environment and Natural Resources |
| 8/11/2025 | Senate | New draft of S582 |
| 8/11/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules |
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