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MA S2188
Reforming the department of public utilities' proceedings for gas pipelines
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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 the Department of Public Utilities' proceedings and gas pipelines. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
AI Summary
This bill aims to reform the Department of Public Utilities' (DPU) proceedings for gas pipelines. It requires the DPU to determine whether a new gas pipeline contract over 1 year is in the public interest, considering factors like cost-effectiveness for in-state ratepayers, environmental impact, and alternatives to new infrastructure. The bill also allows municipalities, state legislators, and groups of at least 10 ratepayers to participate as full parties in DPU proceedings regarding gas and electric companies. This expands public involvement in the regulatory process for these utilities.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2715 (on 02/24/2022)
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S2188 |
Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S2188.pdf |
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