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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/27/2020
01/27/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to reorganize the Farm Technology Review Commission. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
AI Summary
This bill reorganizes the Farm Technology Review Commission, increasing its membership from 9 to 15 members, including representatives from various state agencies and agricultural sectors. The commission is tasked with studying and recommending options for updating farming technology, such as promoting energy conservation, collaborative purchasing, and alternative options for sustainability and growth. The commission will also analyze current regulations and statutes to ensure they do not impede the adoption of farming technology. The commission is required to report its findings and recommendations to the governor and the legislature annually.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance
Sponsors (15)
Michael Brady (D),
Tony Cabral (D),
Josh Cutler (D),
Angelo D'Emilia (R),
Viriato deMacedo (R),
Carolyn Dykema (D),
Carole Fiola (D),
Susan Gifford (R),
Steven Howitt (R),
Christopher Markey (D),
Brian Murray (D),
Norm Orrall (R),
Sarah Peake (D),
Bill Straus (D),
Dave Vieira (R),
Last Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means (on 01/27/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H882 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H882.pdf |
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