An Act establishing a revolving fund to supplement the funding of waterway projects and coastal protection initiatives
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill creates a revolving fund to provide additional financial support for projects focused on waterway protection and coastal resilience in Massachusetts. The fund’s purpose is to supplement existing funding sources for initiatives aimed at safeguarding waterways and coastal areas. It intends to bolster efforts to address issues like flooding, erosion, and the impacts of climate change on coastal communities. The bill seeks to strengthen the state’s ability to invest in these vital environmental projects.
Key provisions
- Establishes a revolving fund for waterway and coastal protection.
- The fund will supplement existing funding for related projects.
- The fund’s use is subject to approval by the Environment and Natural Resources committee.
- The fund’s operation is subject to reporting requirements.
- The fund’s creation is linked to a study order (H.5307).
- The bill was referred to the Environment and Natural Resources committee.
- The Senate concurred with the bill.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts residents
- Coastal communities
- Waterway users
- Environmental organizations
- State government agencies (specifically those involved in environmental protection)
Notable changes
- Creates a new funding mechanism for waterway and coastal protection.
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