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MA H5375

Establishing a shellfish mitigation receipts reserved fund in the town of Bourne


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Introduced
11/03/2022
In Committee
11/23/2022
Crossed Over
01/03/2023
Passed
01/03/2023
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
01/05/2023

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

That the town of Bourne be authorized to establish a shellfish mitigation receipts reserved fund in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

AI Summary

This bill authorizes the town of Bourne to establish a Shellfish Mitigation Fund, where monies collected by the town's conservation commission as mitigation payments for projects impacting public waterways and shellfish habitats will be deposited. The fund will be used exclusively for enhancing shellfish resources, improving shellfish habitats, or making capital improvements. The fund will be maintained by the town treasurer as a separate account, and any interest accrued will be credited to the fund. The bill takes effect upon passage.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Signed by the Governor, Chapter 410 of the Acts of 2022 (on 01/05/2023)

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