Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 2961: An Act authorizing the town of Dighton to use a portion of conservation land for public way purposes
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 2961 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 17, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act authorizing the town of Dighton to use a portion of conservation land for public way purposes. It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (April 13, 2026): Accompanied a new draft, see S3052.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Mrs. Dooner and Mr. Thurber of Somerset, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2961) of Kelly A. Dooner and Justin Thurber (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the town of Dighton to use a portion of conservation land for public way purposes. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local approval received.]
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kelly Dooner | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | Third Bristol and Plymouth |
| Justin Thurber | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 5th Bristol |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Accompanied a new draft, see S3052
- Hearing rescheduled to 03/04/2026 from 10:00 AM-11:15 AM in 222 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time
- Hearing scheduled for 03/04/2026 from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM in 222
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Environment and Natural Resources