S 1641
An Act creating the Public Safety Building Authority
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Bill overview
This bill establishes the Public Safety Building Authority in Massachusetts. The authority’s purpose is to oversee the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of public safety buildings throughout the state. It aims to improve the infrastructure supporting law enforcement, emergency services, and other public safety agencies. The bill seeks to create a dedicated entity to manage these projects and ensure they meet the needs of local communities.
Key provisions
- Creates the Public Safety Building Authority.
- Authorizes the authority to plan, design, and construct public safety buildings.
- Provides for the maintenance of public safety buildings.
- Specifies the authority’s responsibilities regarding funding and project oversight.
- Allows the authority to collaborate with local governments and agencies.
Who is affected
- Law enforcement agencies
- Emergency services (fire, ambulance, etc.)
- Local governments
- Massachusetts residents
- Public safety personnel
Notable changes
- Establishes a new state entity to manage public safety building projects.
- Potentially streamlines the process for building and maintaining public safety facilities.
- May provide a centralized approach to funding and oversight.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Michael D. Brady
Cosponsors
James K. Hawkins
Joan B. Lovely
Michael D. Brady
Steven George Xiarhos
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Bill S.1641 194th (Current)
An Act creating the Public Safety Building Authority
By Mr. Brady, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1641) of Michael D. Brady and Steven George Xiarhos for legislation to create the public safety building authority. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
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Presenter: Michael D. Brady
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.1641
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 8/26/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/10/2025 from 1:00 PM-5:00 PM in A-2 |
| 1/15/2026 | Senate | Accompanied S1650 |
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