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MA H3982
MA H3982Resolve relative to protecting the archaeological, geological and fossil resources of Massachusetts
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Introduced
06/17/2021
06/17/2021
In Committee
07/19/2021
07/19/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to access to the archaeological, geological and fossil resources in the Commonwealth. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a special commission to review and investigate the existing laws and regulations related to protecting the archaeological, geological, and fossil resources of Massachusetts. The commission will include members from the state legislature, the governor's office, academia, law enforcement, local historical commissions, and Native American representatives. The commission is tasked with examining how public and private entities collect, preserve, display, and provide public access to these resources, as well as how they return sacred remains and objects to Native American tribes. The commission may receive funding from various sources and is required to submit a report to the legislature by November 1, 2022.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5041 (on 08/29/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H3982 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H3982.pdf |
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