S 74
An Act relative to reimbursement of the Marine Recreational Fisheries Development Fund
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Bill overview
This bill seeks to ensure that the Marine Recreational Fisheries Development Fund is reimbursed for the cost of free fishing licenses issued in Massachusetts. Currently, the fund may not be fully compensated for these licenses, potentially impacting its ability to support recreational fishing programs. The bill aims to clarify and expand the fund's reimbursement authority to cover these specific costs. It’s intended to bolster the state’s recreational fishing resources.
Key provisions
- Reimburse the Marine Recreational Fisheries Development Fund for free fishing licenses.
- Expand the fund’s authority to cover associated costs.
- Ensure adequate funding for recreational fishing programs in Massachusetts.
- Clarify the process for license reimbursement.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts anglers
- Marine recreational fisheries development fund
- State government
- Fishing industry
- Conservation organizations
Notable changes
- Addresses potential underfunding of the Marine Recreational Fisheries Development Fund.
- Specifically targets reimbursement for free fishing licenses.
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Primary sponsor
Bruce E. Tarr
Cosponsors
Bruce E. Tarr
Peter J. Durant
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Bill S.74 194th (Current)
An Act relative to reimbursement of the Marine Recreational Fisheries Development Fund
By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 74) of Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to reimbursement of the Marine Recreational Fisheries Development Fund for free licenses. Agriculture.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Bruce E. Tarr Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.74
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Agriculture |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred. |
| 4/30/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 05/13/2025 from 10:30 AM-01:00 PM in B-1 |
| 6/27/2025 | Joint | Referred, pursuant to an order adopted by the two branches, to the committee on Agriculture and Fisheries |
| 10/2/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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