Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 2322: An Act to update the public shade tree law
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 2322 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act to update the public shade tree law. It lists 4 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (July 10, 2025): Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representatives Owens of Watertown and Sangiolo of Newton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2322) of Steven Owens and Joan Meschino for legislation to regulate the powers of tree wardens in municipalities in the Commonwealth. Municipalities and Regional Government.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paul McMurtry | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 11th Norfolk |
| Joan Meschino | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 3rd Plymouth |
| Steve Owens | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 29th Middlesex |
| Greg Schwartz | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 12th Middlesex |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means
- Hearing scheduled for 06/10/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-1
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Municipalities and Regional Government