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MA S434
Establishing a special commission to improve the Department of Conservation and Recreation
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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to establish a special commission to improve the Department of Conservation and Recreation . Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a special commission to investigate and study the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) and make recommendations to strengthen the management, operations, and asset condition of the commonwealth's natural, cultural, and recreational resources. The commission will consist of the Secretary of the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs, the DCR Commissioner, the DCR Stewardship Council Chair, and various state legislators, as well as representatives from park groups, environmental organizations, and conservation trusts. The commission will examine the DCR's current responsibilities and structure, consider transferring departments or operations to other entities, and review the DCR's budgets and make recommendations to improve transparency, accountability, and project planning and execution, with a focus on urban parks and roadways. The commission is required to report its findings and recommendations to the Governor and relevant legislative committees by December 1, 2020.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2540 (on 02/18/2020)
Official Document
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S434 |
Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S434.pdf |
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