Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Municipalities and Regional Government to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to certain general and special municipal legislation.
Impact
If enacted, S2647 may lead to significant changes in how municipal governments operate by reevaluating existing legislation. The study could influence policies surrounding land use, zoning, and financial responsibilities of municipalities, paving the way for an environment where local governance could be more streamlined and effective across different regions.
Summary
Senate Bill S2647 seeks to authorize the committee on Municipalities and Regional Government to conduct an investigation and study regarding certain current Senate documents that pertain to general and special municipal legislation. The bill appears to consolidate efforts to evaluate and reform various pieces of legislation affecting local governments within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Contention
While the bill aims to foster an organized approach to municipal governance, there could be contention among local officials regarding the proposed study's outcomes. Some may voice concerns about state-level oversight potentially infringing on local autonomy, while others might support the initiative for clarity and the potential for improved municipal operations.
Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on the Judiciary to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to judicial matters.
Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Public Health to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to public health matters.
Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to matters of telecommunications, utilities and energy.
Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Environment and Natural Resources to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to environment and natural resources matters.
Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Revenue to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to programs, property taxes and other revenue matters.
Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Public Service to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to public service matters.
Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on the Judiciary to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to judicial matters.
Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to veterans matters.
Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Education to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to education matters.
Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on the Judiciary to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to judicial matters.
Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on the Judiciary to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to judicial matters.
Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to matters of telecommunications, utilities and energy.