An Act relative to billboard advertising in the Commonwealth

This bill amends state laws to allow the Department of Conservation and Recreation to sell or lease advertising space on its facilities and to transfer the powers of the outdoor advertising board to this department. It also strengthens local control by requiring that new billboards be approved by local authorities if they are placed within 500 feet of a public park or if they obstruct the view of a historic site. Additionally, the legislation mandates that all outdoor advertisements must comply with local zoning rules and obtain necessary local approvals. These changes primarily affect the state department managing parks and recreation, local municipalities, and businesses seeking to place outdoor advertisements.