An Act expanding access to trails for people of all abilities
This bill directs the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation and the Department of Fish and Game to prioritize equal access to trails and outdoor spaces for people of all abilities. It requires the creation of a Trail Access Working Group, which must include members with disabilities and diverse geographic representation, to review current trail conditions and gather public input. The group is tasked with developing annual reports that offer specific recommendations and cost estimates for improving trail accessibility across the state.
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 Mar 21, 2024
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Senate. No roll call record of that vote is available.
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
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 · 9 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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