MA H3305

Bill

MA H3305

Relative to emergency back up power at gasoline stations

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 to provide access to fuel for private and emergency vehicles during emergencies. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

AI Summary

This bill requires all retail gasoline stations in the state to be equipped with an "alternative power generation device" capable of powering fuel dispensing equipment, payment systems, and safety features during a power outage. Within 24 hours of a declared state of emergency that causes a power outage, the retail dealers must use these backup generators to resume fuel sales. The bill also requires regular inspections by the Division of Standards and the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency to ensure compliance, with civil penalties for non-compliance. The bill provides an exception if the backup generator is damaged during the emergency. The bill gives the department authority to establish rules and regulations, and it will take effect one year after enactment.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (1)

Bill Galvin (D)*,

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H5042 (on 08/29/2022)

Official Document

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H3305

(12 Companion Bills)

Version:

Document Type	Source Location
State Bill Page	https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H3305
Bill	https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H3305.pdf

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H1451	Relative to speed limitations near waste or recycling collection vehicles	No further action taken	Similar To
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H5042	Study Order	No further action taken	Replaced by
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