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MA H302

To establish the Western Massachusetts balanced sustainable development commission


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Introduced
03/29/2021
In Committee
02/14/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to establish the Western Massachusetts balanced sustainable development commission. Community Development and Small Businesses.

AI Summary

This bill establishes the Western Massachusetts Balanced Sustainable Development Commission, which will be responsible for tracking the impact of state policies on the Springfield Region (which includes Hampden, Hampshire, and Franklin Counties) and making recommendations to the state legislature for appropriate modifications to these policies. The commission will also devise strategies and plans to counter any negative impacts of past policies and promote more racial and economic integration, economic vitality, and environmental sustainability in the region. Additionally, the bill authorizes the creation of a special, tax-exempt, urban and regional development corporation that will have the power to implement the commission's development programs and projects.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Business and Industry

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

No further action taken (on 01/03/2023)

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