An Act establishing a special commission to identify, preserve and commemorate historic roadways in Massachusetts
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill creates a special commission tasked with identifying, preserving, and commemorating historic roadways throughout Massachusetts. The commission will include members of the General Court and will investigate potential historic roadways worthy of recognition. The goal is to ensure these important routes are protected and remembered for their historical significance.
Key provisions
- Establish a special commission to assess historic roadways.
- The commission will include members of the General Court.
- The commission will identify roadways with historical significance.
- The commission will recommend preservation strategies.
- The commission will develop a plan for commemorating historic roadways.
- The commission will study existing preservation efforts.
- The commission will consider the impact of development on historic roadways.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts residents
- Historical preservation organizations
- The General Court
- Transportation agencies
- Local communities
Notable changes
- The bill establishes a formal process for identifying and preserving historic roadways.
- It creates a dedicated commission to oversee this effort.
- It aims to ensure that historic roadways are not overlooked in future development projects.
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