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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
02/24/2020
02/24/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to regulate the powers of tree wardens in municipalities in the Commonwealth. Municipalities and Regional Government.
AI Summary
This bill aims to update the public shade tree law in Massachusetts. It makes several key changes:
1. It allows tree wardens to appoint and remove deputy tree wardens, and sets compensation for tree wardens and their deputies.
2. It clarifies the powers of tree wardens to trim, cut down, or remove trees and bushes on public ways, including when ordered by local officials or in cases of hazards or obstructions.
3. It establishes penalties for violations of the law, including fines based on the assessed value of any trees damaged.
4. It requires tree wardens in cities and towns over 10,000 residents to have specific qualifications and certifications in arboriculture.
5. It directs the Department of Conservation and Recreation to promulgate rules and regulations for implementing this chapter of the law.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Government Affairs
Sponsors (12)
Michelle DuBois (D),
Jim Hawkins (D),
Jonathan Hecht (D),
Brad Jones (R),
Patrick Kearney (D),
Elizabeth Poirier (R),
Denise Provost (D),
Becca Rausch (D),
Dave Rogers (D),
Angelo Scaccia (D),
Tommy Vitolo (D),
Bud Williams (D),
Last Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means (on 02/24/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1793 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1793.pdf |
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