Bill > H5141

This bill, titled "Promoting recreation on Massachusetts beaches," aims to ensure continued access for vehicles and other recreational activities on the state's beaches. Specifically, it prevents the Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife from prohibiting over-sand vehicle access or other recreational uses based on species that are not officially recognized as endangered or threatened under the federal Endangered Species Act. This federal law, cited as 16 U.S.C. § 1531 et seq., provides protections for species at risk of extinction. The bill's intent is to prevent restrictions on beach recreation that are not supported by federal endangered or threatened species listings, thereby promoting broader public access and enjoyment of these coastal areas.