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MA H1002

Relative to increased protection of wildlife management areas


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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 wildlife management areas. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.

AI Summary

This bill seeks to increase the protection of wildlife management areas in Massachusetts. It requires the Division of Fisheries and Wildlife to identify, mark, and inform the public about existing designated reserve areas on wildlife management lands. By 2030, the department must designate at least 30% of all wildlife management areas as "Wildlife Management Area Nature Reserves," which will be managed to conserve intact ecosystems and prioritize biodiversity, carbon sequestration, and opportunities for wilderness recreation. The bill also establishes a Wildlife Management Area Nature Reserves Council to oversee the designation and management of these nature reserves. The timber in these reserves cannot be sold or removed, and vegetation management is limited to specific circumstances such as public safety, invasive species control, or habitat restoration.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (34)

Last Action

Accompanied a new draft, see H4784 (on 05/16/2022)

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