An Act relative to the use of Department of Conservation and Recreation property for farmers markets and community gardens

This bill authorizes the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation to create a program allowing the use of state-owned park and reservation land for community gardens and farmers markets. It requires the department to identify suitable sites, map them online, and issue free licenses to local towns or non-profit organizations for up to ten years to manage these gardens. The legislation mandates that garden activities remain non-commercial and preserve the natural state of the land while holding the department not liable for injuries unless caused by willful misconduct.