The bill outlines a directive for the committee on Municipalities and Regional Government to conduct an investigation and study of various House documents related to municipal powers, permitting, and zoning. These documents include proposals for local option fines for improper disposal of redeemable beverage containers, the criminalization of homelessness, and the authorization for towns to hold hybrid town meetings, among others. The committee is tasked with reporting its findings and recommendations, along with any necessary legislative drafts, to the General Court by December 31, 2026.

The bill encompasses a range of topics, including municipal planning board regulations, zoning voting thresholds, and the establishment of review boards for ridgeline and hillside protection districts. It also addresses issues such as the enforcement of federal immigration laws by cities and towns and the equitable use of third-party consultants in land use determinations. The comprehensive nature of the bill reflects an effort to enhance local governance and address various community concerns through legislative action.