Governor Maura Healey is proposing a three-billion-dollar investment in improving climate readiness in Massachusetts.
Healey's proposal is called the Mass Ready Act, and is a mix of programs and regulatory changes designed to help better prepare the state fur the future.
Included in the proposal is the requirement of mandatory flood disclosure for the sales and rentals of homes.
“The Mass Ready Act is about making Massachusetts a place where families are safe, businesses can grow and communities are prepared for the future,” said Governor Healey. “Our legislation cuts permitting and wait times to get critical housing and infrastructure projects moving, makes commonsense investments in clean water, and supports our farmers and fishermen during this uncertain time. We’re grateful to the Legislature for their review of our proposal.”
“Cities and towns know what needs to get done, but are often stuck waiting on funding or permits,” said Lieutenant Governor Driscoll. “The Mass Ready Act gives communities the ability to cut through red tape and move projects forward without unnecessary delays. Our bill offers practical fixes that allow local governments to prioritize and accomplish critical projects.”
It would also include a 200-million-dollar revolving fund for resilience projects.
[Margot Murphy/Governor’s Press Office]
Photo: Margot Murphy