S 2387
An Act erecting Clara Barton signs in the town of Oxford
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Bill overview
This bill proposes to install signs recognizing Clara Barton in the town of Oxford, Massachusetts. The legislation, sponsored by Ryan Fattman and Joseph McKenna, seeks to honor Barton’s connection to the area. It directs the transportation department to place these signs on designated roads within Oxford. The bill was referred to the Senate Committee on Transportation and subsequently reported favorably.
Key provisions
- Directs the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) to erect Clara Barton signs.
- Specifies the location of the signs within the town of Oxford.
- Authorizes the use of state-owned roads for the placement of the signs.
- The bill was referred to the Senate Committee on Transportation.
- The bill was reported favorably by the Senate Committee on Ways and Means.
- The bill was concurred by the House of Representatives.
- A hearing is scheduled for November 4, 2025.
Who is affected
- Town of Oxford, Massachusetts
- Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT)
- Residents of Oxford
- Clara Barton enthusiasts
Notable changes
- This bill focuses specifically on installing signage recognizing Clara Barton in Oxford.
- It builds upon previous legislative efforts related to similar initiatives in other Massachusetts towns.
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Primary sponsor
Ryan C. Fattman
Cosponsors
Joseph D. McKenna
Ryan C. Fattman
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Bill S.2387 194th (Current)
An Act erecting Clara Barton signs in the town of Oxford
By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2387) of Ryan C. Fattman and Joseph D. McKenna for legislation to erect Clara Barton signs on certain rods in the town of Oxford. Transportation.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Ryan C. Fattman Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.2387
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Transportation |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 10/24/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 11/04/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 1/12/2026 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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