S674
An Act relative to the creation of the Carbon Sequestration Support Fund
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Bill overview
This bill establishes the Carbon Sequestration Support Fund, designed to provide financial assistance for projects that capture and store carbon dioxide emissions. The fund’s purpose is to support the development and implementation of carbon sequestration technologies and practices within the state. It aims to contribute to Massachusetts’ goals of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and combating climate change. The fund will be managed by the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs.
Key provisions
- Creates the Carbon Sequestration Support Fund.
- Authorizes the fund to provide financial support to carbon sequestration projects.
- Specifies that projects supported by the fund must be located within Massachusetts.
- Designates the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs to administer the fund.
- Allows for the use of funds to support research and development related to carbon sequestration technologies.
Who is affected
- Businesses involved in carbon capture and storage technologies
- Environmental organizations
- Massachusetts residents and communities
- The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs
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Primary sponsor
Bruce E. Tarr
Cosponsor
Bruce E. Tarr
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Bill S.674 194th (Current)
An Act relative to the creation of the Carbon Sequestration Support Fund
By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 674) of Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to create the Carbon Sequestration Support Fund. Environment and Natural Resources.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Bruce E. Tarr
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.674
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Environment and Natural Resources |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 6/23/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/01/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 11/13/2025 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S2718 |
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