An Act relative to watershed forest protection
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to protect forests that are vital for watershed health in Massachusetts. It seeks to strengthen the state’s ability to manage and conserve these forests, ensuring they continue to provide clean water and support biodiversity. The bill likely focuses on enhancing existing protections and potentially establishing new guidelines for forest management practices. It’s part of a series of legislative efforts related to forest and watershed conservation.
Key provisions
- Strengthening protections for watershed forests.
- Improving management of state forests.
- Potentially establishing new guidelines for forest conservation.
- Focusing on the importance of forests for clean water resources.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts residents
- Environmental organizations
- State government agencies (particularly those involved in natural resources)
- Forest landowners
Notable changes
- This bill is part of a series of legislative efforts related to forest and watershed conservation.
- It may build upon existing forest protection laws.
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Sponsors
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34 on record
Primary sponsor
Carmine Lawrence Gentile
Cosponsors
Amy Mah Sangiolo
Carmine Lawrence Gentile
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