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The 194th General Court of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Bill S.1428 194th (Current)

An Act relative to historic districts and commissions

By Ms. Comerford, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1428) of Joanne M. Comerford for legislation to establish and preserve historic districts and commissions. Municipalities and Regional Government.

Bill Information

Presenter:
Joanne M. Comerford

This bill strengthens the role and impact of historic district commissions to protect the Commonwealth’s historic structures. The bill implements best preservation practices, provides support to local historic commissions, improves transparency through updated public processes, and aligns historic preservation with state climate goals and sustainability efforts.

* The bill summary was created by the Primary Sponsor of the bill; no committee of the General Court certifies the accuracy of its contents.

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