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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to protect pollinator habitat. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a special commission to study statewide opportunities for improving pollinator health by increasing and enhancing native pollinator habitat. The commission will focus on identifying opportunities for enhancing and expanding pollinator habitat in both developed and natural areas, and will consider a broad range of native and managed pollinators, including bees, butterflies, moths, beetles, ants, bats, and birds. The commission will report its findings, including any proposed legislation, to the legislature by March 1, 2018. The commission will consist of lawmakers, state officials, and representatives from various stakeholder groups, including the University of Massachusetts, farmers, foresters, beekeepers, and wildlife advocates.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (15)
Will Brownsberger (D),
Sal DiDomenico (D),
Adam Hinds (D),
Donald Humason (R),
Brad Jones (R),
Hannah Kane (R),
Jay Kaufman (D),
Mary Keefe (D),
Barbara L'Italien (D),
Jason Lewis (D),
Joan Lovely (D),
Mike Moore (D),
Patrick O'Connor (R),
Richard Ross (R),
Paul Schmid (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a new draft, see S2460 (on 04/23/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S451 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S451.pdf |
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