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MA H1651

MA H1651
Directing the office of the inspector general to conduct a study of leasing practices utilized by the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority


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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to the leasing practices of the Water Resources Authority. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

AI Summary

This bill directs the Office of the Inspector General to conduct a study of the leasing practices utilized by the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA). The study will analyze, appraise, and evaluate all real property owned or controlled by the MWRA, and determine whether the leases are generating a positive or negative economic impact for the MWRA's ratepayers. The study will also examine whether the leases have been authorized in accordance with applicable advertising and procurement principles. The Inspector General will provide recommendations for improving real property oversight at the MWRA and, if necessary, draft legislation to ensure the MWRA is receiving the maximum feasible return for the benefit of its ratepayers. The study must be completed by October 15, 2019, and the findings and recommendations must be submitted to the House and Senate Committees on Ways and Means by December 15, 2019.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4481 (on 05/10/2018)

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