An Act establishing an office of outdoor recreation

This bill creates a new Office of Outdoor Recreation within the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs to support and promote outdoor activities across the state. The office will be led by a director appointed by the secretary, who will develop a strategic plan to boost the outdoor recreation economy, improve access for all residents, and coordinate with various state agencies and partners. Key duties include securing funding through grants, establishing performance metrics, and creating marketing materials to attract visitors and investment. The legislation also allows the office to use existing funds from the Outdoor Recreation Trust and requires the director to publish an annual report on the office's impact.