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MA H3846

MA H3846
Authorizing the City of Salem to adopt and enforce local regulations restricting new fossil fuel infrastructure in certain construction


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Introduced
05/11/2023
In Committee
05/11/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

That the city of Salem be authorized to adopt and enforce local regulations restricting new fossil fuel infrastructure in certain construction projects in said city. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy. [Local Approval Received.]

AI Summary

This bill authorizes the City of Salem to adopt and enforce local regulations restricting new fossil fuel infrastructure in certain construction projects. Specifically, the bill allows the city to require new building construction or major renovation projects to be "fossil fuel-free," meaning the buildings do not use coal, oil, natural gas, or other fossil fuels in their operation after construction. The city can also enforce restrictions and prohibitions on new construction and renovation projects that are not fossil fuel-free, including through the withholding or conditioning of building permits. The bill references a previous state law, the "Act Driving Clean Energy And Offshore Wind," and takes effect upon passage.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4778 (on 07/02/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H3846
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H3846.pdf
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