An Act protecting the upper Cape water supply reserve

This bill amends existing laws to strengthen protections for the Upper Cape water supply reserve in Massachusetts. It requires the state commission to consult with four specific advisory groups before approving any new projects that would destroy ten acres or more of habitat or clearcut forests. If the commission decides to allow such projects or adjust environmental rules, it must hold a public hearing in one of four local towns before making a final decision. The measure aims to ensure that development on this critical water source undergoes thorough review and community input.