H 1310
An Act to incentivize the adoption of local climate resilience policies
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Bill overview
This bill aims to encourage Massachusetts cities and towns to develop and implement climate resilience policies. It intends to provide incentives for local governments to proactively address the impacts of climate change, such as extreme weather events and rising sea levels. The bill seeks to bolster local efforts to protect communities and infrastructure from climate-related hazards. It is currently being reviewed by the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Key provisions
- Provides financial incentives for local climate resilience planning.
- Supports the development of adaptation strategies for climate risks.
- Encourages collaboration between local governments and state agencies.
- Focuses on building community resilience to climate impacts.
- Aims to strengthen local capacity for climate action.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts cities and towns
- Local government officials
- Residents of Massachusetts
- State agencies
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Primary sponsor
Lindsay N. Sabadosa
Cosponsors
Lindsay N. Sabadosa
Marjorie C. Decker
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Bill H.1310 194th (Current)
An Act to incentivize the adoption of local climate resilience policies
By Representative Sabadosa of Northampton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1310) of Lindsay N. Sabadosa relative to the adoption of local climate resilience policies. Financial Services.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Lindsay N. Sabadosa Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.1310
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Financial Services |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 9/5/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/15/2025 from 10:30 AM-01:00 PM in A-1 |
| 1/12/2026 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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