S2290
An Act preventing gas expansion to protect climate, community health and safety
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Bill overview
This bill proposes a moratorium on new gas system expansion in Massachusetts. The goal is to protect the state’s climate, public health, and safety by limiting the growth of natural gas infrastructure. It aims to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and potentially encourage a transition to cleaner energy sources. This legislation builds on similar proposals already under consideration.
Key provisions
- Establishes a moratorium on new gas system expansion.
- Aims to protect climate change goals.
- Seeks to improve community health and safety.
- Addresses concerns about the safety and environmental impact of natural gas.
- Related to existing bills proposing similar moratoriums.
Who is affected
- Natural gas companies
- Utility providers
- Massachusetts residents
- The energy sector
- Local governments
Notable changes
- Limits future investment in natural gas infrastructure.
- Potentially slows the expansion of gas lines and related equipment.
- Supports a transition to alternative energy sources.
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Bill S.2290 194th (Current)
An Act preventing gas expansion to protect climate, community health and safety
By Mr. Gomez, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2290) of Adam Gomez, Jacob R. Oliveira, Mike Connolly and Patricia D. Jehlen for legislation to establish a moratorium on new gas system expansion. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Adam Gómez Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.2290
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 11/3/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 11/13/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 11/4/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 11/13/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2 and Virtual Hearing location changed |
| 12/15/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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