H 772 Massachusetts House · 193rd Legislature (2023-2024)

An Act relative to concurrent jurisdiction on National Park Service properties

This bill updates Massachusetts state law to include waters and buildings acquired by the National Park Service under its concurrent jurisdiction. It specifically extends this authority to properties obtained on or after the effective date of the act, ensuring federal control over these areas once the National Park Service director notifies the governor and state secretary. The change clarifies that the United States retains jurisdiction over these lands, waters, and structures, preventing state-level conflicts with federal management.
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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