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MA H1192

Relative to a special commission to study electric and magnetic fields


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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
05/29/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to the health and safety of electric and magnetic fields from transmission lines. Public Health.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a special commission to investigate the public health effects and safety of electric and magnetic fields emanating from overhead or other electric transmission wires. The commission will be appointed by the governor and will consist of 12 members, including legislators, representatives from relevant state agencies, and representatives from organizations like the American Cancer Society and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. The commission will meet, hold hearings, invite testimony, and report its findings and recommendations to the legislature by December 31, 2017.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

House concurred (on 05/31/2018)

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