An Act relative to the Quabbin watershed and regional equity
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill proposes the creation of the Quabbin Host Community Trust Fund. The fund aims to provide financial support to communities located near the Quabbin Reservoir, recognizing that these communities have historically borne a disproportionate share of the impacts associated with the reservoir’s operation. The legislation seeks to address regional equity by providing resources to mitigate these impacts and support the economic well-being of these host communities. It builds upon previous efforts to address the issues surrounding the Quabbin watershed.
Key provisions
- Establishes the Quabbin Host Community Trust Fund.
- Authorizes the fund to provide financial assistance to host communities.
- Specifies potential uses of the fund, likely related to economic development and infrastructure improvements.
- Requires the trust fund to prioritize communities that have experienced negative impacts from the Quabbin Reservoir.
- Details the process for administering and distributing funds from the trust.
- Outlines reporting requirements for the trust fund’s activities.
Who is affected
- Communities near the Quabbin Reservoir
- Residents of host communities
- State government
- Environmental stakeholders
- Massachusetts residents
Notable changes
- Addresses historical inequities related to the Quabbin Reservoir's impact on surrounding communities.
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Primary sponsor
Joanne M. Comerford
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