Bill
HD 545
Overview: HD 545 - An Act relative to a cranberry water use transfer programPurpose and Intent: The purpose of this bill is to establish a water use transfer program specifically f
Overview: HD 545 - An Act relative to a cranberry water use transfer program
Purpose and Intent: The purpose of this bill is to establish a water use transfer program specifically for the cranberry industry in Massachusetts. The goal is to provide more flexibility and options for cranberry growers to access and utilize water resources for their operations.
Key Provisions:
- Creates a cranberry water use transfer program within the state's Department of Agricultural Resources
- Allows cranberry growers to temporarily or permanently transfer their allocated water use permits to other cranberry growers
- Requires the department to develop rules and regulations for the administration of the water use transfer program
- Directs the department to establish a registry of available water use permits and facilitate the transfer process between growers
- Provides for the collection of fees to cover the administrative costs of the program
Affected Parties and Impacts: This bill would primarily affect cranberry growers in Massachusetts, providing them with more options to manage their water usage and access additional water resources as needed. The program could help support the viability and sustainability of the state's cranberry industry.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: This bill has been introduced in the Massachusetts legislature and is currently in the early stages of the legislative process. If passed, the Department of Agricultural Resources would need to establish the necessary administrative framework and procedures for the cranberry water use transfer program.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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