H3526
An Act relative to large-scale solar energy installations on agricultural or recreational land of the Commonwealth
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Bill overview
This bill seeks to allow for the development of large-scale solar energy installations on agricultural and recreational land within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. It aims to facilitate solar energy projects while considering the existing use of these lands. The bill intends to streamline the process for these installations, potentially balancing energy production with the preservation of valuable land resources. It is part of a series of similar proposals regarding solar energy development in the state.
Key provisions
- Allows solar energy installations on agricultural and recreational land.
- Facilitates the development of large-scale solar projects.
- May require studies related to solar siting and regulation (linked to H5323).
- Part of a series of similar bills addressing solar energy development.
Who is affected
- Solar energy developers
- Agricultural landowners
- Recreational land owners
- The Commonwealth of Massachusetts
- Municipalities
Notable changes
- Specifies that solar installations can occur on agricultural and recreational land.
- Potentially streamlines the permitting process for solar projects on these lands.
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Bill H.3526 194th (Current)
An Act relative to large-scale solar energy installations on agricultural or recreational land of the Commonwealth
By Representative McMurtry of Dedham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3526) of Paul McMurtry relative to large-scale solar energy installations on agricultural or recreational land of the Commonwealth. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
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Presenter: Paul McMurtry
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Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.3526
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 9/30/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/09/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 12/4/2025 | House | Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026 |
| 4/6/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5323 |
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