Bill > H3158

This bill establishes the municipal utility corridor public access program within the Department of Public Utilities. The program will allow municipalities to enter into agreements with electric companies, distribution companies, generation companies, transmission companies, or private railroad companies to permit public access for transportation and recreational purposes on land or rights of way used as utility corridors or for transmission service, without imposing a charge or fee. The agreements will outline the types of allowed uses, the responsibilities for trail construction and maintenance, and the roles of municipalities. The bill also specifies that the utility companies will not be liable for personal injuries or property damage sustained by the public under Section 17c of Chapter 21.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H3158