An Act relative to amending certain use restrictions for the Foxborough State Hospital
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This Act amends certain use restrictions currently in place at the Foxborough State Hospital. The legislation, driven by a petition, seeks to alter the existing limitations on how the property can be utilized. It has undergone revisions and approvals through both the Senate and House of Representatives, ultimately being signed into law as Chapter 72 of the Acts of 2025.
Key provisions
- The Act modifies existing use restrictions at the Foxborough State Hospital.
- It was amended multiple times during its passage through the Senate and House.
- The legislation received favorable recommendations from both the Senate and House committees.
- The House and Senate concurred on the final amendments.
- The Act was signed into law by the Governor.
- The final version is codified as Chapter 72 of the Acts of 2025.
Who is affected
- The Foxborough State Hospital
- Potential developers or users of the Foxborough State Hospital property
- The State of Massachusetts
Notable changes
- The bill involved significant revisions and amendments during its legislative journey.
- The House and Senate both approved the amended version of the bill.
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3 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Michael S. Chaisson
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