H4583
An Act relative to the city of Salem harbormaster and assistant harbormasters
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Bill overview
This bill, sponsored by Representative Manny Cruz, seeks to clarify and potentially adjust the roles and responsibilities of the harbormaster and assistant harbormasters in the city of Salem. It’s a petition supported by the mayor and city council, aiming to ensure effective management of Salem’s harbor operations. The bill is currently under review by the House Committee on Public Service and Ways and Means.
Key provisions
- Clarifies the duties and authority of the Salem harbormaster.
- Defines the roles and responsibilities of assistant harbormasters.
- Addresses the approval process for the harbormaster and assistant harbormasters.
- Ensures alignment between the harbormaster’s office and local government.
- Provides a framework for the operation of the harbor within Salem.
Who is affected
- Residents of Salem
- The City of Salem
- The Harbormaster and Assistant Harbormasters
- Maritime businesses in Salem
- Tourists visiting Salem
Notable changes
- Specifies the requirements for appointment and qualifications of the harbormaster and assistant harbormasters.
- Outlines the procedures for reporting and record-keeping related to harbor activities.
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Cosponsors
Joan B. Lovely
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Bill H.4583 194th (Current)
An Act relative to the city of Salem harbormaster and assistant harbormasters
By Representative Cruz of Salem, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4583) of Manny Cruz (with the approval of the mayor and city council) relative to the harbormaster and assistant harbormasters in the city of Salem. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
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Bill Information
Presenters: Manny Cruz , Joan B. Lovely Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means City/Town: Salem (Local Approval Required)
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Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.4583
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 10/2/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Public Service |
| 10/6/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 11/20/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 11/20/2025 from 05:00 PM-05:00 PM in Written Testimony Only |
| 1/15/2026 | House | Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026 |
| 3/25/2026 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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