An Act relative to billboard advertising in the Commonwealth
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to regulate billboard advertising within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. It seeks to establish stricter rules regarding the placement, size, and content of billboards, with a particular focus on minimizing their visual impact and ensuring they comply with local zoning regulations. The bill also intends to address concerns about the potential negative effects of billboards on communities and the environment. Ultimately, the goal is to modernize billboard regulations to better serve the public interest.
Key provisions
- Requires a permit for the placement of new billboards.
- Limits the size and height of billboards.
- Establishes buffer zones around schools and residential areas.
- Prohibits billboards containing misleading or deceptive advertising.
- Mandates regular inspections of existing billboards.
- Addresses the removal of outdated or unsafe billboards.
- Requires billboard owners to maintain the appearance of the billboards.
- Creates a process for community input on billboard locations.
Who is affected
- Billboard advertising companies
- Property owners with land suitable for billboards
- Local municipalities
- Residents and communities near billboards
- Advertisers
Notable changes
- Introduces a permitting system for billboard placement.
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Sponsors
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2 on record
Primary sponsor
Daniel J. Hunt
Cosponsor
Daniel J. Hunt
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