S 1712
An Act establishing a public safety building authority and assistance program
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This bill establishes a Public Safety Building Authority and an assistance program designed to support the construction and maintenance of public safety facilities in Massachusetts. The authority will likely be responsible for coordinating efforts and potentially securing funding for these projects. The bill aims to bolster the state’s public safety infrastructure and provide resources to local agencies. It builds upon previous attempts to address similar needs within the state.
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David T. Vieira
James K. Hawkins
Joan B. Lovely
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Bill S.1712 194th (Current)
An Act establishing a public safety building authority and assistance program
By Mr. Kennedy, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1712) of Edward J. Kennedy, David T. Vieira and Steven George Xiarhos for legislation to establish a public safety building authority and assistance program. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
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Presenter: Edward J. Kennedy
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Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.1712
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 7/14/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/24/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 7/23/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 07/24/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 and Virtual |
| 1/15/2026 | Senate | Accompanied S1650 |
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