Bill > H3583

This bill establishes a moratorium on new combustible fuel facilities and expansions in Massachusetts until 2026, with exceptions only for public safety purposes. The bill defines "combustible fuel facilities" as infrastructure involving processing, storage, transmission, or distribution of fuel sources like oil, natural gas, renewable natural gas, and hydrogen. Specifically, it prohibits approval of new combustible fuel facilities or expansions of existing facilities through multiple amendments to Chapter 164 of Massachusetts General Laws. Additionally, the bill includes a provision preventing gas companies or other entities from digging up streets and highways to construct new combustible fuel facilities in towns where no gas company currently operates. The legislation aims to pause further development of fossil fuel infrastructure, potentially as a measure to support clean energy transition or address environmental concerns, while maintaining flexibility for critical safety-related projects.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3583