Bill > S2159

This bill aims to regulate solar-powered mobility networks in Massachusetts to encourage the shift from oil-powered to sustainable transportation. It requires the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs to approve or pilot such networks if no commercial enterprises are approved within 6 months, granting them non-exclusive access to rights-of-way if certain criteria are met, including being privately funded and operated, exceeding 120 passenger miles per gallon or equivalent energy efficiency, and meeting safety performance standards. The bill also directs the Executive Office to promulgate regulations for these networks based on design, safety, and environmental factors, and limits taxes and fees on the networks to 5% of gross revenues.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S2159