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MA H2351

Relative to a special commission to study electric and magnetic fields


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Introduced
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to the health and safety of electric and magnetic fields from transmission lines. Public Health.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a special commission to investigate the public health effects and safety of electric and magnetic fields emanating from overhead or other electric transmission wires. The commission will assess any risks to health that may exist from exposure to electric and magnetic fields. The commission will be appointed by the governor and consist of twelve members, including state legislators, representatives from various government agencies, and representatives from the American Cancer Society, the Environmental League of Massachusetts, and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. The commission will report its findings and recommendations to the legislature by December 31, 2019.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H5035 (on 09/06/2022)

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