H1051

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

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Establishes a commission to assess the feasibility of a voluntary flood risk property acquisition program in Massachusetts.

The bill creates a commission to study the feasibility of a voluntary acquisition program for flood risk properties and structures in Massachusetts. The commission will analyze eligibility, funding, relocation, and environmental impacts. It will also consider nature-based solutions and community disruption. The commission will include experts in various fields and hold public meetings. The commission will submit a report with recommendations and draft legislation by June 1, 2026.

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Where it stands

Current
Rules Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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2
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Jun 3, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources Hearing

History

Apr 9

House

Discharged to the committee on House Rules

Mar 19

House

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the Joint Committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently

Dec 24, 2025

House

Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026