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H 4768

An Act authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to convey certain parcels of land in the city of Brockton

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Michelle DuBois and 1 co-sponsor

Summary of H 4768: Act Authorizing Land Conveyance in Brockton OverviewThis bill would authorize the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance (DCAMM) to convey ownershi

Read; and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
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Bill Summary · H 4768

Summary of H 4768: Act Authorizing Land Conveyance in Brockton

Overview

This bill would authorize the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance (DCAMM) to convey ownership of several parcels of state-owned land located in the city of Brockton, Massachusetts. The intent of the bill is to allow the city of Brockton to acquire these properties for potential redevelopment or other municipal uses.

Key Provisions

  • Grants DCAMM the authority to sell or otherwise convey up to 5 specific parcels of land in Brockton to the city government.
  • Requires that any sale or transfer of the land be for fair market value, as determined by DCAMM.
  • Mandates that the city of Brockton use the acquired properties for "public purposes" - though the specific allowable uses are not defined in the bill text.
  • Authorizes DCAMM to include in the conveyance any necessary easements, restrictions, or other conditions it deems appropriate.
  • Stipulates that the bill will take effect immediately upon passage.

Affected Parties

  • The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, through its DCAMM agency, which currently owns the subject parcels of land.
  • The city of Brockton, which would be able to acquire the land from the state for municipal purposes if the bill is enacted.
  • Residents and businesses in Brockton who may be impacted by any future development or use of the transferred properties.

Timeline and Procedure

  • The bill was introduced in the Massachusetts House of Representatives on November 18, 2025.
  • It has been referred to the Senate Committee on Ways and Means for further consideration and potential amendment.
  • If reported favorably by the committee, the bill would then proceed to a vote by the full state Senate.
  • Upon Senate passage, the bill would go to the Governor's desk for final signature into law.
  • The bill does not specify a deadline or target date for the land conveyance to be completed.

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

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