S 660
An Act to protect coastal resources
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Bill overview
This bill establishes the Massachusetts Coastal Erosion Innovation Center to protect the state’s coastal resources. The center will focus on developing and implementing innovative solutions to combat coastal erosion. It aims to leverage research, technology, and best practices to mitigate the impacts of erosion on coastal communities and ecosystems. The bill is a petition sponsored by Senators Bruce Tarr and Steven Xiarhos.
Key provisions
- Establishes the Massachusetts Coastal Erosion Innovation Center.
- The center will focus on coastal erosion mitigation.
- The center will promote research and development of innovative solutions.
- The center will collaborate with stakeholders to implement strategies.
Who is affected
- Coastal communities in Massachusetts
- Coastal ecosystems
- Environmental organizations
- State government agencies
- Researchers and developers
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Primary sponsor
Bruce E. Tarr
Cosponsors
Bruce E. Tarr
Steven George Xiarhos
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Bill S.660 194th (Current)
An Act to protect coastal resources
By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 660) of Bruce E. Tarr and Steven George Xiarhos for legislation to protect coastal resources by establishing the Massachusetts Coastal Erosion Innovation Center. Environment and Natural Resources.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Bruce E. Tarr
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.660
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Environment and Natural Resources |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 5/21/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 11/24/2025 | Senate | Accompanied a new draft, see S2731 |
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