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MA S596

Reestablishing the harbors and inland waters maintenance fund


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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

For legislation relative to reestablishing the harbors and inland waters maintenance fund. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.

AI Summary

This bill aims to reestablish the Harbors and Inland Waters Maintenance Fund, which would be used to fund continuous maintenance dredging and cleaning of harbors, inland waters, and great ponds in Massachusetts. The fund would be credited with monies from various sources, including certain fees and taxes, as well as any funds received from the federal government for related environmental management activities. The funds would be subject to appropriation and used exclusively for the purpose of maintaining waterways, removing hazards, and supporting the operations of the Department of Environmental Management.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2734 (on 03/03/2022)

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