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MA H867

MA H867
Relative to DCR yacht club fees reflecting waterway access


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Introduced
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to the lease of property used by non-profit yacht clubs and other non-profit organizations operating boating programs. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.

AI Summary

This bill amends existing state law to require that the survey of property leased by non-profit yacht clubs and other boating organizations include an assessment of navigable channels and berthing/mooring areas, and that the Commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance and the Commissioner of Conservation and Recreation are responsible for managing and maintaining the land under water for the purpose of recreational boating access and protection of navigable waterways. The bill also stipulates that lease fees must be reasonable and ensure adequate access to navigable waters for recreational boating and water-dependent uses.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H5041 (on 08/29/2022)

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