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MA H749
Instructing the Massachusetts Department of Fish & Game to study the feasibility of repurposing the former Moon Island Sewage Treatment Plant for the purposes of fish and shellfish farms
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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to directing the Department of Fish and Game to study the feasibility of re-purposing the former Moon Island Sewage Treatment Plant for use as a fish and shellfish farm. Environment and Natural Resources.
AI Summary
This bill instructs the Massachusetts Department of Fish & Game to conduct a comprehensive study on the feasibility of repurposing the former Moon Island Sewage Treatment Plant in Boston Harbor as a fish and shellfish farm. The plant's large storage tanks could be utilized for this purpose, which could improve water quality and benefit marine life in the area. The findings of the study would be reported to state and local officials, including the mayors of Boston and Quincy, as well as legislative committees and other interested parties, by December 15, 2024. The proposed fish and shellfish farm would be open to public and private schools for educational purposes.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4668 (on 05/23/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H749 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H749.pdf |
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