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H4440

Authorizing the town of Billerica to transfer control of certain land of the town situated in the town of Billerica for recreational purposes for the purposes of constructing the Yankee Doodle Bike Path

Introduced·8/21/25
Introduced Text

Authorizes the town of Billerica to transfer control of certain land for constructing the Yankee Doodle Bike Path.

The bill allows the town of Billerica to transfer control of specific parcels of land to the Select Board for recreational purposes, specifically for the construction of the Yankee Doodle Bike Path. The land parcels are identified as "E-23," "FP-9," and "PUE-5" on a plan by the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. This transfer is subject to Article 97 of the constitution of the Commonwealth. The bill aims to facilitate the development of the bike path, enhancing recreational opportunities in the area.

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Calendar

Sep 4, 2025

3:10 PM

Joint Committee on Municipalities and Regional Government Hearing

History

Jun 10

House

Committee recommended ought to pass with an amendment, substituting therefor a bill, see H5492

Jun 10

House

Referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling with the amendment pending

Jun 10

House

Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting for a second reading with the amendment pending