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MA H3165
MA H3165Authorizing the town of Arlington to adopt and enforce local regulations restricting the use of fossil fuels in certain construction
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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
That the town of Arlington be authorized to regulate new construction or major renovation projects that do not qualify as fossil fuel-free buildings. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy. [Local Approval Received.]
AI Summary
This bill authorizes the town of Arlington to adopt and enforce local regulations restricting the use of fossil fuels in certain construction projects. Specifically, it allows the town to regulate new construction or major renovation projects that do not qualify as "fossil fuel-free buildings," which are defined as buildings that support their operation without the use of fossil fuels. The bill also grants the town's building inspector the authority to enforce these restrictions, including by withholding building permits. Additionally, the bill ratifies and validates any existing town bylaws that are consistent with the provisions of the bill.
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 |
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| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H3165 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H3165.pdf |
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