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Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to a moratorium on hydraulic fracturing. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
AI Summary
This bill proposes a moratorium on hydraulic fracturing in Massachusetts from January 1, 2022 to December 31, 2030. It defines key terms such as "fluid," "gas," "oil," and "oil and gas," and adds "hydraulic fracturing fluid" to the definition of "pollutant" under the state's environmental laws. The bill also empowers the state to enforce prohibitions on drilling, waste treatment and disposal, and mining activities that could impact water quality and natural resources. Additionally, the bill prohibits the collection, storage, treatment, or disposal of wastewater, solids, or other byproducts from hydraulic fracturing within the Commonwealth during the moratorium period.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied S605 (on 03/07/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H927 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H927.pdf |
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