Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

S2395 — An Act improving oversight and operations of the Steamship Authority

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  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed House
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

In plain language

The bill improves oversight and operations of the Steamship Authority.

This legislation focuses on enhancing the management and operational practices of the Steamship Authority. It aims to ensure better accountability and service for users.

Summary

An Act improving oversight and operations of the Steamship Authority

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How this bill changes current law

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The bill restricts members of the Steamship Authority Board to serving no more than three full terms while allowing certain members to complete their terms despite exceeding this limit.

  • Section 3 of chapter 701 of the acts of 1960

    his → the

    This change modifies the pronoun from 'his' to 'the' for clarity.

  • Section 3 of chapter 701 of the acts of 1960

    No member shall serve more than three full terms; provided, that a member appointed to fill a vacancy may serve three full terms after serving the unexpired portion of the former member.

    This addition establishes a limit of three full terms for members, clarifying the conditions under which a member filling a vacancy can serve additional terms.

  • Notwithstanding section 3 of chapter 701 of the acts of 1960, as amended herein, members serving on the Steamship Authority Board who have served three full terms as of the effective date of this act may complete the remainder of their term and may serve an additional term immediately after their current term expires.

    This provision allows current members who have already served three terms to finish their current term and serve one additional term.

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 203 not signed on

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Not signed on (203)

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Frequently asked questions

What does S2395 do?
An Act improving oversight and operations of the Steamship Authority
Who sponsors S2395?
S2395 is sponsored by Dylan A. Fernandes (Democrat).
What is the current status of S2395?
This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track S2395?
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