S 1650·MA·senate
An Act creating a municipal and public safety building authority
Reported by CommitteeFiled Feb 27, 2025
Sponsor: Jo Comerford (D)
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Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
Jan 15, 2026
Summary
The bill establishes the Massachusetts Municipal and Public Safety Building Authority, which will manage a new trust fund funded with 33% of the state's marijuana excise tax. The authority can lend or grant money to cities and towns for constructing or renovating police stations, firehouses, town halls and related facilities. It is overseen by a board that includes the state treasurer and appointed members with expertise in public safety and municipal building.
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