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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
For legislation to establish a moratorium on new gas system expansion. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a moratorium on the approval of new combustible fuel facilities, including infrastructure for processing, storing, transmitting, or distributing oil, natural gas, renewable natural gas, and hydrogen, in Massachusetts until at least 2026. The bill prohibits the Energy Facilities Siting Board (EFSB) from approving the construction or expansion of such facilities, except when required for public safety. It also removes the Department of Public Utilities' (DPU) power to approve a gas company's expansion beyond the town named in its agreement or charter and prohibits gas service expansion into towns without pre-existing gas service.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (3)
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/H3238 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H3238.pdf |
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