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HD 2639

An Act authorizing the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority to provide sewer services to a certain parcel of land in the town of Sharon

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Ted Philips

Authorizes Massachusetts Water Resources Authority to extend sewer service to a specific Sharon parcel, enabling property development and improved environmental management.

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Bill Summary · HD 2639

Legislative bill overview

HD 2639 grants the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) legal authorization to extend sewer services to a specific parcel of land in Sharon, Massachusetts. The bill is narrowly tailored to address sewering needs for this particular property that currently lacks access to the public sewer system.

Why is this important

Sewer service access directly affects property development potential, public health, and environmental protection. Without connection to municipal sewer infrastructure, properties rely on septic systems, which can contaminate groundwater and limit land use options. This authorization enables the MWRA to serve the parcel, potentially facilitating development or improving environmental conditions.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost allocation: Unclear who bears the infrastructure expansion costs—the property owner, the town of Sharon, or ratepayers across the MWRA service region
  • Precedent concerns: Targeted legislation for individual parcels may invite similar requests, raising questions about equitable service expansion criteria
  • Service area boundaries: The bill doesn't explain why this Sharon parcel warrants MWRA service rather than local municipal sewer systems, if available

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

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