An Act facilitating public ownership of public utilities
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill directs the General Court to establish a task force that will study and recommend actions regarding the possibility of public ownership of public utilities in Massachusetts. The task force will include members of the General Court and will explore the potential benefits and challenges of transitioning utilities to public control. This legislation aims to examine whether public ownership could lead to more affordable, reliable, and sustainable utility services for residents and businesses.
Key provisions
- Establish a task force to study public utility ownership.
- The task force will include members of the General Court.
- The task force will make actionable recommendations.
- The study will cover telecommunications, utilities, and energy sectors.
- The study will consider the potential impacts of public ownership.
Who is affected
- Residents of Massachusetts
- Businesses in Massachusetts
- Telecommunications companies
- Utility companies
- Energy providers
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Sponsors
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11 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Carmine Lawrence Gentile
James B. Eldridge
James K. Hawkins
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