MassachusettsH 5561194th General Court (2025-2026)House

An Act authorizing the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance to transfer certain parcels of land in the town of Norton

Sponsored By: House Committee on Ways and Means

Signed by Governor

House Ways and Means

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.

Conservation land and access in Norton

The law moves a 6.927‑acre parcel in Norton (parcel 11‑14‑01) to MassDOT to confirm title linked to a federal highway interest. As a condition, MassDOT must get any needed federal approvals and give about 7.5 acres along the Canoe River (part of parcel 11‑15‑00) to the Commonwealth under Fish and Game. That 7.5‑acre parcel is for wildlife, habitat, and public recreation. MassDOT, with Fish and Game, must design and build paved access, parking, and related amenities to reach the conservation land as the site is developed. The agencies will set exact boundaries and may survey the land.

MassDOT pays all transfer costs

MassDOT must pay all costs tied to these land transfers. This includes engineering, surveys, appraisals, title checks, recording fees, and deed work. Neither MassDOT nor Fish and Game pays cash for the land itself.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

House Committee on Ways and Means
Affiliation unavailable

Cosponsors

Michael S. Chaisson
Republican • House
Steven S. Howitt
Republican • House

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 156 • No: 0

House vote • 7/29/2026

Enacted