H 746 Massachusetts House · 193rd Legislature (2023-2024)

An Act relative to the Division of Waterways to dredge Quincy Bay

This bill directs the Massachusetts Division of Waterways to dredge a specific natural channel in Quincy Bay located between the Squantum and Wollaston Yacht Clubs. The primary purpose of this work is to maintain the channel as a designated emergency route for the United States Coast Guard, ensuring it can facilitate the evacuation of residents and the rapid transport of accident victims to medical facilities. By amending state law, the legislation mandates this maintenance activity to support public safety and emergency response capabilities in the area.
Bill status passed 3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2023
Committee Review
Feb 2023
Senate Passage
Feb 2023
Governor
Introduced Feb 16, 2023 Last action May 23, 2024
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This bill passed the Senate. No roll call record of that vote is available.
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Total actions
4
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Feb 16, 2023
Upper · Passed
Senate concurred
upper
Feb 16, 2023
Committee
Referred to the committee on Environment and Natural Resources
lower
1 primary · 1 co-sponsor

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