Tyler Franklin recently published an article featured in the January 2026 edition of the Association of Massachusetts Wetland Scientists newsletter.
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Tyler provides a timely overview of Massachusetts’ sweeping climate and infrastructure proposal, the Mass Ready Act, a $2.9 billion environmental bond bill aimed at strengthening climate resilience, modernizing infrastructure, and accelerating housing and environmental permitting. Tyler breaks down the Act’s five core objectives—from flood control and land conservation to investments in local economies—and explains how this historic legislation could reshape development, environmental protection, and resilience planning across the Commonwealth. The piece also examines the growing debate surrounding the Act, including concerns raised by environmental groups about expedited permitting and potential impacts on wetlands and environmental justice communities. Franklin also walks readers through the Act’s legislative status and what comes next, offering valuable insight for municipalities, developers, environmental professionals, and anyone navigating Massachusetts’ evolving regulatory landscape. It’s a must-read for understanding both the promise and the complexities of the Mass Ready Act—straight from a trusted legal voice in environmental and land use law.
