H 1018
An Act updating the management of the Commonwealth's water resources
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Bill overview
This bill, H.1018, aims to update how Massachusetts manages its water resources. It seeks to strengthen the rights of local municipalities and water districts in overseeing and protecting their water supplies. The legislation intends to ensure a more coordinated and effective approach to water management across the state. It addresses existing challenges and promotes sustainable practices for the Commonwealth’s water resources.
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Alice Hanlon Peisch
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Alice Hanlon Peisch
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Bill H.1018 194th (Current)
An Act updating the management of the Commonwealth's water resources
By Representative Peisch of Wellesley, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1018) of Alice Hanlon Peisch relative to water resources and protecting the rights of municipalities and districts. Environment and Natural Resources.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Alice Hanlon Peisch Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.1018
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Environment and Natural Resources |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 6/10/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 9/25/2025 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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