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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
Relative to the use of double utility poles of distribution or telephone companies. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
AI Summary
This bill amends the existing law to establish fines for distribution or telephone companies that do not complete the transfer of wires, repairs, and removal of an existing utility pole within 180 days of installing a new pole. The fines start at $10 per day for the first 30 days and increase over time, reaching $100 per day after a certain period. The bill also requires the pole owner to notify other users before starting the removal and installation work, and allows the pole owner to impose fines on users who fail to remove their attachments in a timely manner. The bill directs the Department of Public Utilities to adopt regulations for implementing these provisions by January 1, 2023.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5042 (on 08/29/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H3270 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H3270.pdf |
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