H 892 Massachusetts House · 194th Legislature (2025-2026)

Resolve to establish a special commission to perform an investigation and providing for a study relative to the long term management, maintenance and future use of the Boston Harbor Long and Moon Islands

This bill establishes a special commission to study the long-term management, maintenance, and future use of Long Island and Moon Island in Boston Harbor. The commission, composed of 10 members including Senate/House leaders, Boston and Quincy officials, National Park Service, environmental representatives, and neighborhood leaders, must complete its investigation within 180 days of the bill's passage. It will produce a non-binding master plan for Long Island's future use and recommendations for environmental oversight by December 1, 2027, including draft legislation if needed. The study directly affects the management of these islands and involves coordination between Boston, Quincy, and state environmental agencies.
Bill status passed 3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Feb 2025
Senate Passage
Feb 2025
Governor
Introduced Feb 27, 2025 Last action Feb 26, 2026
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This bill passed the Senate. No roll call record of that vote is available.
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4
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Committee
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Feb 27, 2025
Upper · Passed
Senate concurred
upper
Feb 27, 2025
Committee
Referred to the committee on Environment and Natural Resources
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Bruce Ayers
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