Bill > H2334

This bill establishes a new Municipal Sustainability Director Fund within Massachusetts state government to provide financial support for cities and towns to hire environmental sustainability directors. The fund would be created in Chapter 29 of the state's General Laws and would receive money through legislative appropriations or other authorized transfers. Importantly, any money in the fund would remain available for use beyond the fiscal year in which it was allocated, and would not be subject to standard state budget reversion rules that typically require unspent funds to return to the General Fund. The primary purpose of the fund is to help municipalities cover the costs of creating and maintaining a dedicated position focused on environmental sustainability, which could involve developing and implementing strategies to reduce carbon emissions, improve energy efficiency, and promote environmentally friendly practices at the local government level.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2334