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MA H3565
To recognize the rights of a community regarding a petition to construct an energy facility or an oil facility
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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to the rights of communities prior to the issuance of energy or oil facility operating permits by the Department of Environmental Protection. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to obtain proof of approval from the host community's city council or board of selectmen, as well as all abutting municipalities, before issuing an operating permit for an energy or oil facility. This provision aims to recognize the rights of communities in the permitting process for such facilities, ensuring local input and oversight.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4527 (on 05/23/2018)
Official Document
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3565 |
Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3565.pdf |
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