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HD 3346

An Act authorizing the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Stoneham

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Mike Day and 1 co-sponsor

MassDOT gains authority to sell or transfer a Stoneham parcel, though the bill lacks details on location, recipient, use, or public benefit terms.

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Bill Summary · HD 3346

Legislative bill overview

HD 3346 authorizes MassDOT to sell or transfer a specific parcel of land located in Stoneham, Massachusetts. The bill grants the state transportation department the power to convey (transfer ownership of) this property, which is currently under state control.

Why is this important

Land conveyances by state agencies can affect local development patterns, tax revenues, and community planning. The outcome depends on who acquires the property and what use it's put to—it could generate revenue for the state, enable local projects, or raise concerns about loss of public assets.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of transparency in the bill itself — The legislation doesn't specify the parcel's location, size, proposed use, or intended recipient, making it impossible to assess the public benefit
  • Valuation and proceeds — Questions about whether fair market value will be obtained and how revenue will be used
  • Local impact — Town of Stoneham residents may have concerns about losing public land or about what development might replace current uses; local officials may not have been consulted

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

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