Massachusetts S565 preserves public trust rights in land affected by ocean erosion.
Massachusetts S565 ensures that landward or lateral movement of a barrier beach into a former Great Pond bottom due to natural processes remains in public ownership. The bill clarifies that this does not convert private property to public ownership, nor violate constitutional rights. If disputes arise, a public hearing will be held.
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