Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session

Massachusetts House Bill H4505

Introduced
9/11/25  

Caption

Authorizing the county of Nantucket to convey School Street situated in the town and county of Nantucket for purposes of conveyance to the town of Nantucket

Impact

The passing of HB 4505 would specifically affect local land use and governance within Nantucket. By formally transferring School Street to the town, the local government would gain authority over its management and potential development. This act is framed within the broader context of local government powers and the ability of municipalities to manage their own land resources. The bill implies a local approval process has been completed, which likely indicates community support or consensus on the matter.

Summary

House Bill 4505 is an act that authorizes the county of Nantucket to convey School Street, located within the town and county of Nantucket, to the town of Nantucket. The legislation aims to facilitate the transfer of ownership of this specific piece of land, enabling the town to officially take control of School Street. This vetting process highlights the collaborative efforts between the county and the town to manage local infrastructure effectively.

Contention

While the bill seems straightforward, the underlying implications may lead to discussions around local governance and property management. The absence of rights of first refusal and exemptions from specific general laws indicate a streamlined process favored by the current legislators. Although this generally respects local autonomy, it could provoke debate among stakeholders who advocate for further protections and reviews in matters of land conveyance.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MA S2942

Authorizing the county of Nantucket to convey School Street situated in the town and county of Nantucket for purposes of conveyance to the town of Nantucket

MA H4120

Authorizing the county of Nantucket to convey certain land situated in the town and county of Nantucket for purposes of conveyance to the town of Nantucket

MA H4938

Authorizing the county of Nantucket to convey certain parcels of land in the town and county of Nantucket to the town of Nantucket

MA H4077

Authorizing the town of Nantucket to convey certain land situated in the town of Nantucket held for open space, recreational or conservation purposes to the Nantucket Islands Land Bank for the purposes pursuant to its legislation

MA H4046

Authorizing the town of Nantucket to convey a certain parcel of land situated in the town of Nantucket held for park purposes to the Nantucket Conservation Foundation Inc. for open space, recreational, and conservation purposes

MA S2946

Authorizing the town of Nantucket conservation commission to convey a certain parcel of land situated in the town for purposes of conveyance to the town of Nantucket under the care, custody, management and control of the select board and the town of Nantucket to convey certain land in the town of Nantucket held for open space, passive recreation or conservation purposes to the Nantucket islands land bank for the purposes pursuant to its legislation and/or to the Sconset Trust, Inc. For open space, conservation and passive recreation purposes

MA H4646

Authorizing the town of Nantucket to convey certain land situated in the town of Nantucket held for open space, recreational or conservation purposes to the Nantucket Islands Land Bank for the purposes pursuant to its legislation

MA H4645

Authorizing the town of Nantucket to convey a certain parcel of land situated in the town of Nantucket held for park purposes to the Nantucket Conservation Foundation Inc. for open space, recreational, and conservation purposes

MA S2417

Authorizing the town of Nantucket to convey for roadway and any other purposes certain parcels of land within the roadway known as Ames Avenue, and shown as lots 35-38 (inclusive) in block 31 on land court plan no. 2408-m filed with the Nantucket registry district of the land court situated in the town of Nantucket held for conservation or recreational purposes to be conveyed for roadway and/or any purposes

MA S2947

Amending the charter for the town of Nantucket

Similar Bills

MA S2946

Authorizing the town of Nantucket conservation commission to convey a certain parcel of land situated in the town for purposes of conveyance to the town of Nantucket under the care, custody, management and control of the select board and the town of Nantucket to convey certain land in the town of Nantucket held for open space, passive recreation or conservation purposes to the Nantucket islands land bank for the purposes pursuant to its legislation and/or to the Sconset Trust, Inc. For open space, conservation and passive recreation purposes

MA S2942

Authorizing the county of Nantucket to convey School Street situated in the town and county of Nantucket for purposes of conveyance to the town of Nantucket

MA H4116

Authorizing the town of Nantucket to issue pension obligation bonds or notes

MA H4509

Authorizing the town of Nantucket to issue pension obligation bonds or notes

VA HR239

Commending the Nantucket-Treweryn Beagles.

MA H4646

Authorizing the town of Nantucket to convey certain land situated in the town of Nantucket held for open space, recreational or conservation purposes to the Nantucket Islands Land Bank for the purposes pursuant to its legislation

MA S2417

Authorizing the town of Nantucket to convey for roadway and any other purposes certain parcels of land within the roadway known as Ames Avenue, and shown as lots 35-38 (inclusive) in block 31 on land court plan no. 2408-m filed with the Nantucket registry district of the land court situated in the town of Nantucket held for conservation or recreational purposes to be conveyed for roadway and/or any purposes

MA H4938

Authorizing the county of Nantucket to convey certain parcels of land in the town and county of Nantucket to the town of Nantucket