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MA H3822

MA H3822
Preparing Massachusetts for the next economy


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Introduced
04/06/2023
In Committee
05/01/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to the preparation of the built environment for the next economy, including an inventory of infrastructure, buildings, and land use regulations. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a special commission, the "Massachusetts: NEXT" commission, to assess the Commonwealth's preparedness for the "next economy". The commission will include representatives from various government agencies, regional planning commissions, municipal associations, water authorities, and educational institutions. The commission's responsibilities include collecting data on the availability of water, wastewater, electricity, transportation, and other resources, as well as the existing built environment and land use regulations. The commission will also hold public hearings and submit a report by June 30, 2024, with recommendations to balance preservation and growth opportunities for housing, economic development, and associated infrastructure.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4593 (on 05/15/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H3822
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H3822.pdf
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