S 652
An Act relative to the Quabbin Watershed Advisory Committee
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Bill overview
This bill seeks to establish and clarify the role of the Quabbin Watershed Advisory Committee. It aims to strengthen the committee’s ability to provide recommendations and guidance regarding the management and conservation of the Quabbin Watershed. Specifically, the bill intends to ensure the committee has the resources and authority necessary to effectively address issues related to the watershed’s health and sustainability. The legislation also seeks to improve coordination between the committee and relevant state agencies.
Key provisions
- Establishes the Quabbin Watershed Advisory Committee.
- Defines the committee’s responsibilities regarding watershed management.
- Requires the committee to provide recommendations to the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
- Ensures the committee has access to necessary resources.
- Addresses regional equity concerns within the watershed.
Who is affected
- The Quabbin Watershed Advisory Committee
- The Department of Conservation and Recreation
- Residents of Massachusetts
- Stakeholders in the Quabbin Watershed region
- Environmental organizations
Notable changes
- Clarifies the committee’s authority and scope of operations.
- Addresses regional equity in watershed management.
- Enhances coordination between the committee and state agencies.
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Primary sponsor
Jacob R. Oliveira
Cosponsor
Jacob R. Oliveira
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Bill S.652 194th (Current)
An Act relative to the Quabbin Watershed Advisory Committee
By Mr. Oliveira, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 652) of Jacob R. Oliveira for legislation relative to the Quabbin Watershed advisory committee. Environment and Natural Resources.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Jacob R. Oliveira Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Bills in the Third Reading
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Displaying 6 actions for Bill S.652
| 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 |
| 8/11/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules |
| 4/1/2026 | Senate | Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next session |
| 4/15/2026 | Senate | Read second and ordered to a third reading |
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