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MA H3460

MA H3460
Regarding the composition of the Boston Arts Commission


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Introduced
04/03/2017
In Committee
06/01/2017
Crossed Over
12/10/2018
Passed
12/20/2018
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
12/28/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to the composition of the Boston Arts Commission. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

AI Summary

This bill amends the existing law regarding the composition of the Boston Arts Commission. The bill increases the number of commissioners from 7 to 9, all of whom must be residents of Boston. The commissioners will be appointed by the mayor and selected from nominations made by various arts and cultural institutions in the city. The bill also specifies the roles and powers of the commission, including the election of a chair and vice-chair, and clarifies the commission's independence from the mayor's office. The bill is intended to ensure diverse perspectives on the arts are represented on the commission.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Signed by the Governor, Chapter 332 of the Acts of 2018 (on 12/28/2018)

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