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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
07/22/2019
07/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to a moratorium on hydraulic fracturing. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
AI Summary
This bill proposes a 10-year moratorium on hydraulic fracturing, also known as "fracking," in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The key provisions are:
1. Expanding the definition of "effluent" in existing law to include "hydraulic fracturing fluid," which would subject it to regulation.
2. Empowering the Department of Environmental Protection to enforce restrictions on drilling, waste treatment and disposal, and mining activities that impact water quality and natural resources.
3. Prohibiting the injection or disposal of any fluids or byproducts related to hydraulic fracturing in the state from January 1, 2020 to December 31, 2029.
This bill aims to temporarily halt the controversial practice of hydraulic fracturing, which involves injecting pressurized fluids into the ground to extract oil and gas, in order to protect Massachusetts' water resources and environment during that period.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 07/22/2019)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S522 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S522.pdf |
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