H 2322
An Act to update the public shade tree law
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Bill overview
This bill aims to update the existing public shade tree law in Massachusetts, specifically focusing on clarifying and regulating the roles and powers of tree wardens within municipalities. The legislation seeks to provide greater consistency and accountability in how tree wardens operate across the state. It intends to strengthen the framework for managing and protecting public trees, ensuring effective conservation efforts. This update will help municipalities better utilize resources for tree care and preservation.
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Steven Owens
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Amy Mah Sangiolo
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Bill H.2322 194th (Current)
An Act to update the public shade tree law
By Representatives Owens of Watertown and Sangiolo of Newton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2322) of Steven Owens and Joan Meschino for legislation to regulate the powers of tree wardens in municipalities in the Commonwealth. Municipalities and Regional Government.
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Bill Information
Presenters: Steven Owens , Amy Mah Sangiolo Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.2322
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Municipalities and Regional Government |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 6/3/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/10/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-1 |
| 7/10/2025 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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