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MA H749

Resolve to review, consider, and evaluate, and to establish a suitable body and/or special commission to consider climate change economic consequences


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Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

By Mr. Day of Stoneham (by request), a petition of Vincent Lawrence Dixon and Brian M. Ashe for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study the economic consequences of climate change. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a Climate Change Economic Consequences Commission to study the economic impacts of climate change in Massachusetts. The commission will collect data, assess potential scenarios, and report on the costs, insurance needs, and financing required for individuals, disasters, and other related matters. The commission will have 21 members appointed by the Governor, Senate President, and House Speaker, as well as additional members representing various stakeholders. The commission is tasked with holding regular hearings across the state and filing annual reports over a 5-year period to help the Commonwealth and its municipalities plan for the economic consequences of climate change.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H5073 (on 10/29/2020)

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