Bill > S632

This bill modifies an existing law from 1984 related to concurrent jurisdiction for National Park Service (NPS) properties in Massachusetts. The bill expands the scope of the original legislation by adding "waters" to the existing language about lands and introduces a new provision that allows concurrent jurisdiction for all lands, waters, and buildings acquired, leased, or administratively controlled by the NPS on or after the bill's effective date. Specifically, the bill enables the transfer of concurrent jurisdiction to the United States by allowing the Director of the National Park Service to file a notice of acceptance with the state governor and secretary. Concurrent jurisdiction means that both the state and federal government can exercise legal authority over the specified properties, which can be important for law enforcement, regulatory, and administrative purposes. The bill appears to be a technical amendment that provides more flexibility for federal management of NPS properties within Massachusetts.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S632