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MA H1593
MA H1593Relative to the defense of private property rights through the prevention of abusive eminent domain takings in the Commonwealth
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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 the defense of private property rights through the prevention of abusive eminent domain takings. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill amends Chapter 79 of the General Laws to restrict the use of eminent domain, which is the government's power to take private property for public use. The bill states that eminent domain can only be used when necessary for public enjoyment or use by public agencies, and not for commercial enterprise, private economic development, or any private use. It also requires the government to offer to sell back any property that is not used for the original purpose within 5 years. The bill aims to protect private property rights and prevent abusive eminent domain takings in the Commonwealth.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (9)
Brad Jones (R)*,
Jay Barrows (R),
Nick Boldyga (R),
Angelo D'Emilia (R),
David DeCoste (R),
Susan Gifford (R),
Leonard Mirra (R),
Kelly Pease (R),
Marcus Vaughn (R),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4517 (on 06/05/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1593 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1593.pdf |
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