Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 946: An Act preserving public trust rights in land affected by ocean erosion
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 946 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act preserving public trust rights in land affected by ocean erosion. Primary sponsor: Sean Garballey (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 29, 2026): 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 Representative Garballey of Arlington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 946) of Sean Garballey relative to preserving public trust rights in certain land affected by ocean erosion. Environment and Natural Resources.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sean Garballey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 23rd 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 10/07/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1
- Hearing scheduled for 10/07/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Environment and Natural Resources