Massachusetts § 53B - Contributions by commonwealth; application to indebtedness
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 53B — Contributions by commonwealth; application to indebtedness, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 53B. Contributions by commonwealth; application to indebtedness
Section 53B. Any sums allotted and paid by the commonwealth to a city, town or district as a contribution towards the cost of a useful public works project, the state's share of the cost of which project was financed from the proceeds of a loan issued by such city, town or district, shall be applied towards the payment of such indebtedness.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 53B
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 53B cover?
Section 53B ("Contributions by commonwealth; application to indebtedness") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Massachusetts § 53B?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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How does Massachusetts § 53B apply to my situation?
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