An Act providing transparency for the Blue Hills Reservation Trust Fund
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to increase transparency regarding the administration and use of funds within the Blue Hills Reservation Trust Fund, which is managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation. It seeks to provide greater public access to information about how the trust fund operates and how its resources are allocated. The bill’s specific goals are to enhance accountability and public understanding of the fund’s activities. It builds on previous attempts to improve transparency related to this fund.
Key provisions
- Requires the Department of Conservation and Recreation to provide regular reports on the Blue Hills Reservation Trust Fund’s finances.
- Establishes procedures for public access to information about the fund’s expenditures.
- Mandates clear documentation of the criteria used for awarding grants and projects funded by the trust fund.
- Promotes greater accountability in the management of the trust fund’s assets.
Who is affected
- The Department of Conservation and Recreation
- The public (specifically those interested in the Blue Hills Reservation)
- Grant recipients within the Blue Hills Reservation area
Notable changes
- This bill aims to build upon previous efforts to increase transparency.
- It establishes specific reporting requirements for the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
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Sponsors
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2 on record
Primary sponsor
William J. Driscoll Jr.
Cosponsor
William J. Driscoll Jr.
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