An Act creating special funds for the division of fisheries and wildlife
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill creates two new special funds within the Division of Fisheries and Wildlife. One fund will be used for wildlife and natural heritage mitigation, and the other will support habitat restoration projects. The funds are intended to help the division address challenges related to wildlife conservation and habitat preservation throughout the state. This legislation aims to provide dedicated resources for these important environmental efforts.
Key provisions
- Establishes a Wildlife and Natural Heritage Mitigation Fund.
- Creates a Habitat Restoration Fund.
- Specifies the sources of revenue for each fund.
- Outlines the Division of Fisheries and Wildlife’s responsibilities in managing the funds.
- Details how funds can be used for conservation and restoration activities.
Who is affected
- Division of Fisheries and Wildlife
- Conservation organizations
- Landowners
- State government
- Residents of Massachusetts
Notable changes
- Creates dedicated funding streams for wildlife mitigation and habitat restoration.
- Provides the Division of Fisheries and Wildlife with additional resources for conservation efforts.
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