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MA S1172

To update the public shade tree law


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Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
04/23/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
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 seeks to update the public shade tree law in Massachusetts. It amends Chapter 87 of the General Laws to regulate the powers of tree wardens in municipalities. Key provisions include: allowing tree wardens to appoint and remove deputy tree wardens, giving tree wardens authority to manage public shade trees, establishing penalties for violations such as damaging trees, requiring tree wardens in larger municipalities to be qualified and licensed, and authorizing the Department of Conservation and Recreation to promulgate rules and regulations for the chapter. The bill aims to provide clarity and structure around the responsibilities of tree wardens in preserving and managing public trees.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 04/23/2020)

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