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S 2179

An Act to sell naming rights to properties operated by the MCCA

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Mark Montigny

Bill authorizes Massachusetts Convention Center Authority to sell naming rights to its facilities for corporate sponsorship revenue without needing separate legislative approval per contract.

Accompanied a new draft, see S2524
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Bill Summary · S 2179

Legislative bill overview

S 2179 authorizes the Massachusetts Convention Center Authority (MCCA) to sell naming rights to its properties, such as the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center and other facilities it operates. The bill would allow MCCA to generate revenue through corporate sponsorships and naming agreements without requiring individual legislative approval for each deal.

Why is this important

Naming rights sales represent a significant revenue stream for public facilities—potentially millions of dollars annually—that could fund operations, maintenance, or debt service without raising taxes or user fees. However, this practice also involves trading public asset identity for private corporate branding, raising questions about public interest and facility accessibility for all communities.

Potential points of contention

  • Public asset commodification: Whether public facilities should have their names sold to corporations, potentially changing institutional identity and community recognition
  • Revenue transparency: Concerns about how naming rights revenue will be allocated and whether terms adequately compensate the public sector
  • Naming restrictions: Whether certain naming proposals could be rejected on ethical or community grounds, or if financial incentives override public preference

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

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