Bill > S2215

This bill establishes "Lil' Davey", a literary character from the book "Lil' Davey The Smallest Boat in the Navy", as the official barrier boat of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. By adding a new section to Chapter 2 of the General Laws, the legislation formally recognizes this fictional boat character as a symbolic maritime representative for the state. The bill is a straightforward piece of legislation that creates an official designation, likely intended to celebrate a local literary work or create a unique point of state pride. While the practical implications of naming an official barrier boat are minimal, such symbolic legislative acts are not uncommon and can serve to highlight local culture, literature, or maritime heritage.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2215