S 619
An Act relative to protecting aquatic and semiaquatic wildlife on beaches
Take action
Record your position on this measure.
Sign in to record your position, submit testimony, or contact your legislator.
Sign in to take action- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill requires the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) to create and install signage on beaches to educate the public about how to properly interact with stranded aquatic and semiaquatic wildlife. The goal is to minimize harm to these animals and promote responsible behavior for beachgoers. The signage will provide guidance on what actions to take, such as observing from a distance and avoiding unnecessary disturbance. This legislation aims to improve the welfare of marine life encountering beaches.
Sponsors
Official sponsors from legislative records.
Primary sponsor
Jason M. Lewis
Cosponsor
Jason M. Lewis
Arguments in favor
Reasons to support this legislation.
No arguments in favor have been submitted.
Submit yoursArguments opposed
Reasons to oppose this legislation.
No arguments opposed have been submitted.
Submit yoursRead the latest version inline or switch to a previous version.