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MA H3295

MA H3295
Relative to a license for the use of certain state land by the town of Southwick


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Introduced
02/27/2025
In Committee
02/27/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

194th General Court

Bill Summary

By Representative Boldyga of Southwick and Senator Mark, a joint petition of Nicholas A. Boldyga that the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance and the town of Southwick be authorized to enter into a license for a renewable term of 5-years to use the North pond boat ramp on Point Grove road in the town of Southwick for parking purposes. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

AI Summary

This bill authorizes the Massachusetts Department of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance (DCAMM) to enter into a 5-year renewable license agreement with the town of Southwick for using the North pond boat ramp on Point Grove Road as a parking area. The bill specifically stipulates that this license will not be considered a disposition of state land interests, which means it will not trigger the additional constitutional and legal review typically required for transferring or changing the use of public lands (such as those outlined in Article 97 of the Massachusetts Constitution). By creating this special provision, the bill allows the town of Southwick to use the state-owned boat ramp area for parking purposes without going through the standard bureaucratic processes for land use changes, providing a streamlined approach for local municipal needs while maintaining state ownership of the property.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Reporting date extended to Wednesday, December 3, 2025 (on 07/30/2025)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3295
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3295.pdf
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