Bill

Bill > S2188


MA S2188

Reforming the department of public utilities' proceedings for gas pipelines


summary

Introduced
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
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)

bill text


bill summary

Loading...

bill summary

Loading...

bill summary

Loading...