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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to regulating the location of fossil fuel transmission pipelines. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
AI Summary
This bill seeks to regulate the location of fossil fuel transmission pipelines in Massachusetts. It prohibits the construction of new pipelines within 1 mile of certain sensitive areas, such as playgrounds, schools, churches, and residential housing. However, the bill provides an exception for repairs or replacements of existing pipelines that do not increase capacity, as long as they were in operation prior to January 1, 2024.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4778 (on 07/02/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H3175 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H3175.pdf |
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