Bill > S1531

This bill modifies existing Massachusetts General Laws, specifically Chapter 61A, which deals with agricultural land. The key changes involve extending the timeframes a municipality has to exercise its "right of first refusal" on agricultural land, meaning the town's ability to buy the land before it's sold to someone else. Specifically, the bill increases the general timeframe from 120 days to 180 days in several places within the law, and also increases a specific timeframe from 90 days to 120 days. Additionally, the bill clarifies that a city or town is not obligated to purchase property that is not classified under Chapter 61A, and it establishes a 30-day deadline for landowners to respond after receiving a purchase and sale contract related to this right of first refusal.