S 2729
An Act permitting free passage across private tidelands
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Bill overview
This bill would allow people to freely access private tidelands for recreational purposes. Currently, access to these areas can be restricted by private landowners. The bill aims to improve public access to coastal areas for activities like swimming, boating, and fishing. It builds upon previous proposals related to recreation on private tidelands.
Key provisions
- Permits free passage across private tidelands.
- Allows recreational use of private tidelands.
- Addresses access to coastal areas for public enjoyment.
- Relates to existing legislation concerning recreation on private tidelands.
- Reported favorably by the Senate Committee on Environment and Natural Resources.
Who is affected
- Coastal residents
- Private landowners of tidelands
- Recreational users
- The State of Massachusetts
Notable changes
- Potentially changes the existing rights of private landowners regarding access to their tidelands.
- Could lead to increased public access to coastal areas.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources
Cosponsor
Dylan A. Fernandes
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Bill S.2729 194th (Current)
An Act permitting free passage across private tidelands
Senate, November 24, 2025 -- The committee on Environment and Natural Resources to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 598) of Dylan A. Fernandes relative to recreation on private tidelands, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2729).
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Rules
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Bill History
Displaying 3 actions for Bill S.2729
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 11/24/2025 | Senate | Reported from the committee on Environment and Natural Resources |
| 11/24/2025 | Senate | New draft of S598 |
| 11/24/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules |
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