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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
06/04/2020
06/04/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to public safety in excavation. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
AI Summary
This bill amends Chapter 82 of the Massachusetts General Laws to enhance public safety during excavation work. It defines "marking standards" as the methods used by companies to designate their underground facilities, and "non-mechanical means" as excavation techniques designed to minimize direct contact with utilities. The bill also requires professional land surveyors to premark proposed excavation areas and give initial notice to the utility notification system. Additionally, it mandates that utility companies conduct periodic audits to ensure accuracy of their locating and marking of facilities, and allows the Department of Public Utilities to require Dig Safe training instead of fines for first-time offenses.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Justice
Sponsors (6)
Brendan Crighton (D),
Viriato deMacedo (R),
Diana Dizoglio (D),
Paul Feeney (D),
Becca Rausch (D),
Bruce Tarr (R),
Last Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 06/04/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1392 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1392.pdf |
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