Massachusetts Recreation and Park Association

 

 

 
Stay In Touch
Senators and Representatives need to hear from their constituents! Contact your legislators and share with them the environmental issues that are important to you.

Find out who represents you in the Senate and House.

 

Senate and House Sessions Go Live
Consistent with the theme that decision-makers act differently when they know they are being watched, Senate and House sessions are now available on live webcast. Tune in to view live web stream broadcastings of the Senate and House and watch as the Massachusetts legislative process unfolds!

Current Legislation
Access the text of current legislation, bill histories and Massachusetts General Law by visiting one site. We encourage you to visit The General Court's website frequently as it is an important tool for conservation advocates like you!

How the Law is Made
Learn about the steps a bill takes before becoming law and how to draft legislation. You can also use our graphic charts to guide you through the life of a bill, from when it is first filed, to when it is signed into law.

 

High level flow chart detailing how a bill becomes a law - click here for details

 

How to Lobby (from the Mass Audubon)

Discover effective ways to convey your environmental interests to your Senator or Representative.
View Mass Audubon’s How to Lobby document, and get started now!