HD 2371 Massachusetts House · 193rd Legislature (2023-2024)

An Act to create a commission to determine the feasibility of voluntary acquisition of flood risk properties and structures

This bill establishes a new commission to study the practicality of a program where the government could voluntarily buy homes and buildings located in flood-prone areas. The commission will be led by state officials from climate, energy, and emergency management agencies, alongside representatives from housing, environmental protection, and various advocacy groups focused on justice and conservation. Its main task is to analyze current and future flood risks using scientific data and determine what such a purchase program would require, including costs and procedures. The commission must submit a report with its findings and recommendations to the state legislature once its work is complete.
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