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MA H2909

Relative to abandoned vessels on DCR property


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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
09/07/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to abandoned vessels on certain state property. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.

AI Summary

This bill amends Chapter 91 of the General Laws, which relates to abandoned vessels on certain state property. The key provision of this bill allows the Department to move or remove any abandoned vessel or unlawful structure that has been deposited or left in the state's tide waters or has been grounded within the limits of a harbor or on the shores of the Commonwealth. After removal, the Department may then become a claimant and apply for title to the vessel in accordance with the existing laws outlined in Sections 40 to 43 of Chapter 91.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

No further action taken (on 01/01/2019)

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