H 749 Massachusetts House · 193rd Legislature (2023-2024)

An Act instructing the Massachusetts Department of Fish & Game to study the feasibility of repurposing the former Moon Island Sewage Treatment Plant for the purposes of fish and shellfish farms

This bill directs the Massachusetts Department of Fish & Game to evaluate whether the former Moon Island Sewage Treatment Plant in Boston Harbor can be converted into a fish and shellfish farm. The study would specifically examine the use of the site's large, deep granite storage tanks for aquaculture, which proponents suggest could improve local water quality and support marine life. The report must be completed by December 15, 2024, and shared with city and state officials, including mayors and conservation commissions. Additionally, the proposal includes plans for the facility to serve as an educational resource for public and private schools.
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.
Full legislative history

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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 · 0 co-sponsors

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Bruce Ayers
DDemocratic
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1st Norfolk