H 944
An Act relative to funding water infrastructure and addressing economic target areas
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Bill overview
This bill aims to provide funding for water infrastructure improvements throughout Massachusetts and specifically targets economically distressed areas within the state. It seeks to address critical needs related to water systems and support economic development in communities facing challenges. The bill’s goal is to modernize and strengthen water infrastructure while simultaneously promoting economic growth in designated target regions.
Key provisions
- Allocation of funds for water infrastructure projects.
- Designation of ‘economic target areas’ for focused investment.
- Potential for municipal assistance related to clean water infrastructure.
- Extension of reporting dates for committee review.
Who is affected
- Municipalities in Massachusetts
- Residents of economically distressed areas
- Water infrastructure providers
- State government agencies
- Environmental sector
Notable changes
- Focus on addressing economic disparities through infrastructure investment.
- Potential for new funding mechanisms for water projects.
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Bill H.944 194th (Current)
An Act relative to funding water infrastructure and addressing economic target areas
By Representatives Garballey of Arlington and Cataldo of Concord, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 944) of Sean Garballey and Simon Cataldo relative to funding water infrastructure and addressing economic target areas. Environment and Natural Resources.
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Bill Information
Presenters: Sean Garballey , Simon Cataldo Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.944
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Environment and Natural Resources |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 5/21/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 8/28/2025 | House | Reporting date extended to Wednesday, December 31, 2025 |
| 12/24/2025 | House | Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026 |
| 3/12/2026 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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