The bill authorizes the town of Hingham to transfer certain parcels of land to the Massachusetts Department of Transportation for highway purposes, specifically to support a highway safety and improvement project on Route 3A. It establishes that the land in question is under the care of the Hingham select board and is identified in a specific plan filed with the Department of Transportation. The bill is declared an emergency law, emphasizing the need for immediate action to preserve public safety and convenience.

In exchange for the land transfer, the town of Hingham will receive an approximately 8-acre parcel of land for conservation purposes, which is currently managed by the select board. Additionally, the Department of Transportation is required to compensate Hingham with at least 110 percent of the fair market value of the transferred lands, as determined by a professional appraisal. The bill also stipulates that the Department of Transportation will cover all associated costs for the necessary engineering, surveys, and other expenses related to the conveyance.