H 2242
An Act providing for more efficient wetlands
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Bill overview
This bill aims to improve how Massachusetts cities and towns manage their wetlands. It seeks to make wetland ordinances more efficient, likely streamlining processes or updating regulations related to these valuable natural resources. The bill was referred to the committee on Municipalities and Regional Government and subsequently reported favorably.
Key provisions
- The bill addresses wetland ordinances in cities and towns.
- It seeks to improve the efficiency of wetland management.
- The specific details of the proposed changes are not yet outlined in the available text.
- The bill was referred to the committee on House Ways and Means.
Who is affected
- Cities and towns in Massachusetts
- Regional government entities
- Property owners within wetlands
Notable changes
- The bill proposes changes to existing wetland ordinances.
- It is intended to enhance the efficiency of wetland management practices.
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Primary sponsor
James Arciero
Cosponsors
James Arciero
John R. Gaskey
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Bill H.2242 194th (Current)
An Act providing for more efficient wetlands
By Representative Arciero of Westford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2242) of James Arciero and John R. Gaskey relative to wetlands ordinances in cities and towns. Municipalities and Regional Government.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: James Arciero Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.2242
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Municipalities and Regional Government |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 7/9/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/22/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-1 |
| 8/14/2025 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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