H 978
An Act to protect open space, historical resources, and community housing from coastal threats
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Bill overview
This bill aims to safeguard open space, historical resources, and affordable community housing located in coastal areas of Massachusetts. It seeks to address the increasing threats posed by coastal hazards, such as sea-level rise and erosion. The legislation intends to provide tools and strategies for local communities to protect these valuable assets and ensure their long-term preservation. It also establishes a framework for coordinating efforts across different levels of government.
Key provisions
- Designates areas vulnerable to coastal threats for protection.
- Supports local communities in developing adaptation strategies.
- Encourages the preservation of open space and historical resources.
- Aims to protect community housing from coastal impacts.
- Facilitates coordination among state and local agencies.
- Establishes a process for assessing and prioritizing coastal protection measures.
- May include provisions for funding coastal resilience projects.
Who is affected
- Local communities in coastal Massachusetts
- Property owners in coastal areas
- Historical resource preservation organizations
- Environmental advocacy groups
- Residents of community housing
Notable changes
- Focuses on a comprehensive approach to coastal protection.
- Recognizes the importance of community housing in vulnerable areas.
- Likely to involve collaboration between state and local governments.
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Primary sponsor
Patrick Joseph Kearney
Cosponsor
Patrick Joseph Kearney
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Bill H.978 194th (Current)
An Act to protect open space, historical resources, and community housing from coastal threats
By Representative Kearney of Scituate, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 978) of Patrick Joseph Kearney for legislation to protect open space, historical resources, and community housing from coastal threats. Environment and Natural Resources.
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Presenter: Patrick Joseph Kearney
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Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.978
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Environment and Natural Resources |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 5/28/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 5/28/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 8/28/2025 | House | Reporting date extended to Wednesday, December 31, 2025 |
| 2/26/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5149 |
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