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H 3713

An Act relative to noise report data and good neighbor policy at Beverly Regional Airport

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Hannah Bowen and 1 co-sponsor

Massachusetts bill requiring Beverly Regional Airport to track, report noise data publicly and adopt good neighbor operational policies to address community concerns.

Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026
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Bill Summary · H 3713

Legislative bill overview

H 3713 requires Beverly Regional Airport to collect, maintain, and publicly report comprehensive noise data and establish a "good neighbor policy" governing airport operations. The bill mandates regular reporting to the state legislature on noise levels, complaints, and mitigation measures implemented to address community concerns about aircraft noise.

Why is this important

Airport noise significantly impacts quality of life, property values, and public health for surrounding residential communities. This legislation creates transparency and accountability mechanisms that allow affected residents to access data about noise pollution and hold the airport responsible for implementing noise-reduction practices.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost and compliance burden: Airport operators may argue that comprehensive noise monitoring systems and reporting infrastructure impose significant financial costs that could affect airport operations and competitiveness
  • Defining "good neighbor policy": Ambiguity about what specific operational changes constitute a "good neighbor policy" could lead to disputes over enforcement and what the airport must actually do beyond reporting
  • Noise measurement standards: Disagreement may arise over which noise metrics are used (decibel levels, frequency of events, time-of-day weighting) and whether thresholds are scientifically justified or overly restrictive

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

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