Bill
H 913
Overview: H 913, An Act relative to designating the Rumney Marsh as the Joseph T. James area of critical environmental concern, laid before the Governor, introduced on February 27,
Overview: H 913, An Act relative to designating the Rumney Marsh as the Joseph T. James area of critical environmental concern, laid before the Governor, introduced on February 27, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: This bill seeks to designate the Rumney Marsh in Massachusetts as the Joseph T. James Area of Critical Environmental Concern (ACEC). The goal is to recognize the ecological significance of the Rumney Marsh and provide additional protections and conservation measures for this important natural resource.
Key Provisions:
- Officially designates the Rumney Marsh as the Joseph T. James ACEC
- Requires the state's Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs to develop and implement a management plan for the ACEC
- Prohibits certain activities within the ACEC, such as development, resource extraction, and activities that could harm the area's ecological integrity
Affected Parties and Impacts: The primary affected parties would be the state agencies responsible for managing and protecting the Rumney Marsh, as well as any individuals or organizations seeking to conduct activities within the designated ACEC. The designation is intended to preserve the marsh's environmental and ecological value for the benefit of the local community and the state as a whole.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been laid before the Governor, indicating that it has passed both the House and Senate and is awaiting the Governor's signature or veto. If signed into law, the state's Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs would be responsible for developing and implementing the management plan for the Joseph T. James ACEC.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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