Establishes a program for mitigating stormwater runoff from roadways and restoring watersheds in Massachusetts.
The bill mandates the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to implement a comprehensive program to mitigate stormwater runoff from roadways and contribute to watershed restoration efforts. This program aligns with environmental standards and watershed permit requirements set by the Department of Environmental Protection. The bill establishes the Transportation Stormwater Runoff Mitigation and Watershed Restoration Fund to finance the program, funded by permitting fees, grants, and appropriations.
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