H 4512
An Act modernizing the governance of Port Authority parks in East Boston
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Bill overview
This bill seeks to modernize the governance structure of Port Authority parks located in East Boston. Currently, the specific details of how these parks are managed are not clearly defined. The legislation aims to establish a more structured and transparent system for overseeing these public spaces, likely addressing operational procedures and potentially involving community input. The goal is to improve the parks' management and ensure they meet the needs of the East Boston community.
Key provisions
- Establishes a framework for the governance of Port Authority parks in East Boston.
- Likely includes provisions for operational procedures and management.
- May incorporate community input into park management decisions.
- Could address issues related to maintenance, programming, and accessibility.
- Clarifies the roles and responsibilities of relevant stakeholders.
Who is affected
- Residents of East Boston
- The Port Authority of Massachusetts
- The City of Boston
- Park users
- Local community organizations
Notable changes
- The bill aims to clarify the existing governance structure of Port Authority parks.
- It may introduce new oversight mechanisms or reporting requirements.
- Potential for increased community involvement in park management.
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Primary sponsor
Adrian C. Madaro
Cosponsor
Adrian C. Madaro
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Bill H.4512 194th (Current)
An Act modernizing the governance of Port Authority parks in East Boston
By Representative Madaro of Boston, a petition (subject to Joint Rules 12 and 9) of Adrian C. Madaro relative to modernizing the governance of port authority parks in the East Boston section of the city of Boston. Environment and Natural Resources.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Adrian C. Madaro Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means Special Attachments: Secretary's Letter
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Bill History
Displaying 8 actions for Bill H.4512
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 7/17/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on House Rules |
| 9/8/2025 | House | Reported, referred to the committee on Joint Rules, reported, rules suspended and referred to the committee on Environment and Natural Resources |
| 9/11/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 10/10/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/21/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 1/15/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H4928 |
| 1/15/2026 | House | Reported from the committee on House Rules |
| 1/15/2026 | House | Reported on the residue of H4928 |
| 1/15/2026 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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