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MA S2163

MA S2163
Prohibiting public and ratepayer funding of clearcutting forests and woodlands


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Introduced
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to prohibit public and ratepayer funding of clearcutting forests and woodlands. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

AI Summary

This bill aims to prohibit public and ratepayer funding of clearcutting forests and woodlands. Specifically, it would amend rules, regulations, and tariffs to disqualify solar facilities that exceed 500kW in nameplate capacity and are located on priority habitat areas, areas of critical environmental concern, or forest land. The bill includes exceptions for facilities located on brownfields, eligible landfills, or previously developed land, as well as building-mounted facilities.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2719 (on 04/08/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S2163
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S2163.pdf
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