An Act creating a commission to study the effects of unfunded mandates on municipalities

This bill creates a 7-member commission to study how state and federal unfunded mandates impact Massachusetts municipalities. The commission, appointed by the governor and municipal associations, will compile a list of these mandates and their costs, then report findings and recommendations to lawmakers. It will analyze economic effects, advocate for local governments, and develop procedures to address these financial burdens. The commission does not change existing laws but provides data to inform future policy decisions affecting cities and towns.