Bill > H5148

This bill mandates that the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection, working with the Department of Public Health, conduct a comprehensive study on the environmental and economic consequences of discharging water from spent fuel pools at nuclear power plants, including methods that accelerate evaporation. This study will specifically examine impacts on industries like fishing, aquaculture, tourism, and restaurants, and will involve monitoring pollution levels in land, air, and water. The departments are tasked with developing recommendations to lessen or prevent any negative effects and must submit a report detailing their findings, proposed standards, and any necessary legislation to relevant legislative committees and clerks by December 31, 2026.

Budget and Finance

Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources (Joint)

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5148