H4482
An Act establishing a regional fire district and department for the towns of Charlemont and Rowe
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Bill overview
This bill proposes to create a regional fire district and department serving the towns of Charlemont and Rowe in Massachusetts. The goal is to improve fire protection and emergency services by combining resources and expertise from both towns. This consolidation would allow for a more efficient and effective response to fires and other emergencies. The legislation seeks to streamline operations and potentially reduce costs through shared resources.
Key provisions
- Establishes a regional fire district encompassing Charlemont and Rowe.
- Creates a unified fire department for both towns.
- Allows for the pooling of resources, equipment, and personnel.
- Defines the governance structure of the regional fire district.
- Specifies the responsibilities of the fire department.
- Addresses funding mechanisms for the new district.
- Outlines procedures for responding to emergencies.
Who is affected
- Towns of Charlemont and Rowe
- Residents of Charlemont and Rowe
- Firefighters and emergency personnel
- Local government officials
Notable changes
- Consolidates fire services under a single regional entity.
- Potentially reduces duplication of services between the two towns.
- May lead to improved response times and resource allocation.
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Cosponsors
Paul W. Mark
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Bill H.4482 194th (Current)
An Act establishing a regional fire district and department for the towns of Charlemont and Rowe
By Representative Blais of Deerfield and Senator Mark, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Natalie M. Blais and Paul W. Mark for legislation to establish a regional fire district and department for the towns of Charlemont and Rowe. Municipalities and Regional Government.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenters: Natalie M. Blais , Paul W. Mark Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means City/Town: Charlemont
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Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.4482
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 8/21/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on House Rules |
| 9/4/2025 | House | Reported, referred to the committee on Joint Rules, reported, rules suspended and referred to the committee on Municipalities and Regional Government |
| 9/8/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 9/23/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/23/2025 from 02:00 PM-02:00 PM in Written Testimony Only |
| 10/14/2025 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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