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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
04/13/2020
04/13/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to utility meters and the rights of utility ratepayers. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
AI Summary
This bill aims to give utility ratepayers in Massachusetts the right to choose the type of utility meter installed on their property, including the option to retain or install a non-transmitting, electromechanical analog meter at no cost. The bill prohibits utility companies from shutting off service or imposing any penalties on ratepayers for not consenting to the installation of wireless meters, and requires companies to obtain written consent from ratepayers before installing wireless meters or altering their functionality. The bill also directs utility companies to notify ratepayers within 90 days if wireless meters have been installed on their properties and provide the option to replace them with non-transmitting meters at no cost. Additionally, the bill prohibits utility companies from discriminating against ratepayers with medical conditions that may be exacerbated by exposure to wireless meter emissions.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (13)
Linda Campbell (D),
Jo Comerford (D),
Marjorie Decker (D),
Diana Dizoglio (D),
Mindy Domb (D),
Carlos González (D),
Bradford Hill (R),
Kate Hogan (D),
David LeBoeuf (D),
Mike Moore (D),
Dave Rogers (D),
Bruce Tarr (R),
Dean Tran (R),
Last Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 04/13/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1988 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1988.pdf |
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