An Act promoting a just transition and clean energy workforce standards
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill requires companies that sell or distribute natural gas in Massachusetts to create and submit plans outlining how they will transition to cleaner energy sources. It aims to support a ‘just transition’ for workers and communities affected by the shift away from fossil fuels, and establish workforce standards within the clean energy sector. The bill also seeks to ensure a coordinated approach to the state’s clean energy goals.
Key provisions
- Requires gas companies to develop and submit clean energy transition plans.
- Focuses on a ‘just transition’ for workers and communities.
- Establishes workforce standards within the clean energy sector.
- Addresses performance-based ratemaking for gas sales and distribution.
Who is affected
- Natural gas companies operating in Massachusetts
- Workers in the natural gas industry
- Communities impacted by the transition to clean energy
- Consumers of natural gas
Notable changes
- Introduces a requirement for detailed clean energy transition plans from gas companies.
- Explicitly addresses workforce development and training within the clean energy sector.
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Sponsors
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16 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
Joanne M. Comerford
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