H 4428
An Act relative to modernizing permitting for the transportation of certain loads
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Bill overview
This bill aims to modernize the permitting process for transporting certain large or heavy loads in Massachusetts. It seeks to streamline the regulations and procedures involved in obtaining permits for these types of transports, potentially reducing delays and improving efficiency. The bill is intended to address current permitting challenges and ensure a more predictable process for businesses involved in these transportation activities. It was referred to the Transportation Committee for further review.
Key provisions
- Streamlines the permitting process for transporting specific loads.
- Aims to reduce delays and improve efficiency in obtaining necessary permits.
- The bill was referred to the Transportation Committee for review.
- The bill was referred to the House Ways and Means Committee.
- The bill was reported favorably by the Transportation Committee.
Who is affected
- Businesses involved in transporting large or heavy loads
- Transportation companies
- Massachusetts residents and businesses impacted by transportation routes
Notable changes
- The bill proposes changes to existing permitting regulations.
- It seeks to create a more modern and efficient permitting system.
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Primary sponsor
William C. Galvin
Cosponsor
William C. Galvin
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Bill H.4428 194th (Current)
An Act relative to modernizing permitting for the transportation of certain loads
By Representative Galvin of Canton, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of William C. Galvin relative to permitting for the transportation of certain loads. Transportation.
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Bill Information
Presenter: William C. Galvin Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.4428
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 7/23/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on House Rules |
| 8/14/2025 | House | Reported, referred to the committee on Joint Rules, reported, rules suspended and referred to the committee on Transportation |
| 8/18/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 9/26/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/07/2025 from 11:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1 |
| 12/24/2025 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee as changed and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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