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H 3408

An Act authorizing the commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Tewksbury

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Dave Robertson

Massachusetts authorizes state officials to sell a Tewksbury parcel of publicly-owned land to unnamed buyers or entities.

Accompanied a new draft, see H4823
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Bill Summary · H 3408

Legislative bill overview

H 3408 authorizes Massachusetts' Commissioner of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to sell or transfer a specific parcel of state-owned land located in Tewksbury. The bill grants the commissioner authority to convey this property, though specific details about the land's location, size, and intended use are not provided in the bill title or action history.

Why is this important

The conveyance of public land can have significant local impacts, potentially affecting municipal tax bases, development patterns, or public access to property. Such transfers often involve real estate that the state no longer needs or that could generate revenue or serve a public purpose through private or municipal ownership.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of transparency in bill title: The specific parcel details are absent from available information, making public scrutiny difficult without reviewing the full text
  • Municipal concerns: Tewksbury residents and officials may have questions about why the state is divesting the property and who will acquire it
  • Compensation and terms: The bill's silence on purchase price, conditions, or restrictions on future use may raise concerns about whether taxpayers receive fair value

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

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