Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session

Massachusetts House Bill H3682

Introduced
2/27/25  

Caption

Relative to a certain road in the city of Boston

Impact

The bill's passage would have a localized impact, as it commands the city of Boston to alter existing signage and documentation to reflect the new name of the roadway. While the legislation does not propose any changes to traffic laws or properties linked to the highway, it emphasizes the importance of community identity and local respect for veterans. The city will be tasked with maintaining suitable markers to commemorate the name change, ensuring that both residents and visitors are aware of the new designation.

Summary

House Bill H3682, presented by Representative Russell E. Holmes, proposes a straightforward legislative change regarding the naming of a specific roadway within the city of Boston. The bill dictates that the 'American Legion Highway,' which serves as a connector between Hyde Park Avenue and Blue Hill Avenue, be renamed as the 'American Legion Parkway'. This change is primarily ceremonial, aiming to honor a significant veterans' organization while modernizing the designation of the roadway.

Contention

There are no apparent points of contention surrounding H3682 based on the provided text and discussion snippets. The bill appears to reflect a community consensus on honoring the contributions of veterans through nomenclature. The legislative history and absence of opposition in the documentation suggest a smooth pathway for this name change, reinforcing local heritage without encroaching upon broader administrative or regulatory challenges.

Companion Bills

MA H4775

Replaced by Study Order

Previously Filed As

MA H841

Granting the city of Boston the authority to endow legal voting rights in municipal elections for city of Boston residents aged 16 and 17 years old

MA H899

Dedicating certain park and field space in the South Boston section of the city of Boston

MA H4415

Relative to certain affordable housing and cultural space in the Brighton section of the city of Boston

MA H4090

Relative to the office of district councilor in the city of Boston

MA S2511

Relative to the office of district councilor in the city of Boston

MA H3932

Relative to certain affordable housing and branch library space in the Dorchester section of the city of Boston

MA H4532

Relative to certain affordable housing and branch library space in the Dorchester section of the city of Boston

MA S2750

Relative to city of Boston certified emergency telecommunicators

MA H5317

Authorizing the grant of easements in or takings of certain parcels of land to the city of Boston

MA S3033

Authorizing the grant of easements in or takings of certain parcels of land to the city of Boston

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.