The bill titled "An Act relative to the regulation of nutrient management and fertilizer in the town of Nantucket" seeks to extend the deadline for the adoption of rules, regulations, or by-laws concerning nutrient management and fertilizer guidelines in Nantucket. Specifically, it proposes to extend this deadline by two years from the effective date of the act, overriding the provisions of sections 9 and 10 of chapter 262 of the Acts of 2012 and any other relevant laws. The new regulations must be at least as restrictive as those established by the Department of Agricultural Resources and should be developed in collaboration with the University of Massachusetts Amherst Extension to ensure alignment with existing educational materials and outreach programs.

The act emphasizes the importance of maintaining stringent nutrient management practices while allowing Nantucket additional time to formulate appropriate regulations. It is designed to ensure that any new guidelines are consistent with state standards and support sustainable agricultural practices. The bill will take effect immediately upon passage.