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HD 1851

An Act amending Chapter 236 of the Special Acts of 2014

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Chris Flanagan

HD 1851 modifies Chapter 236 of 2014 special acts in Massachusetts, but specific amendments and impacts require access to the full text.

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Bill Summary · HD 1851

Legislative bill overview

HD 1851 amends Chapter 236 of the Special Acts of 2014, which originally established specific provisions for a particular Massachusetts locality or program. Without access to the full text of both the original 2014 law and this amendment, the precise scope of changes cannot be definitively stated, though it represents a modification to previously enacted special legislation.

Why is this important

Special Acts in Massachusetts are locality-specific or program-specific laws that differ from general state law. Amendments to these acts can affect particular communities' governance, services, or operations. The real-world impact depends entirely on what Chapter 236 addresses—whether it concerns municipal authority, a specific agency, or local programs.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of transparency in special acts: Many Massachusetts residents may be unaware this legislation affects their community, since special acts receive less public scrutiny than general laws
  • Scope ambiguity: Without knowing the original act's subject matter, stakeholders cannot easily assess whether amendments serve the public interest or narrow interests
  • Limited legislative information: The bill's brevity suggests it may involve technical corrections, but substantive policy changes could be obscured by limited bill summaries

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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