S2739
An Act relative to firefighting water supplies and a state cistern program
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Bill overview
This bill proposes establishing a state program to provide cisterns for firefighting water storage, particularly in areas with limited access to municipal water supplies. It aims to improve firefighting capabilities by ensuring that local fire departments have a readily available source of water. The bill seeks to address vulnerabilities in water supply during emergencies and supports community resilience. It also intends to create a framework for managing and maintaining these cisterns.
Key provisions
- Establish a state cistern program.
- Provide funding for the purchase and installation of cisterns.
- Develop guidelines for cistern maintenance and operation.
- Prioritize cistern placement in areas with limited firefighting water access.
- Create a system for tracking and managing the cistern program.
- Assess the need for additional firefighting water supplies.
- Consider the use of alternative water sources.
Who is affected
- Local fire departments
- Municipalities
- Residents in areas with limited water access
- The Massachusetts Firefighting Services
- State government
Notable changes
- Creates a new state-level program for firefighting water storage.
- Potentially shifts responsibility for water supply to local communities.
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Primary sponsor
Michael O. Moore
Cosponsor
Michael O. Moore
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Bill S.2739 194th (Current)
An Act relative to firefighting water supplies and a state cistern program
By Mr. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2739) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Michael O. Moore for legislation relative to firefighting water supplies and a state cistern program. Financial Services.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Michael O. Moore
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Bill History
Displaying 7 actions for Bill S.2739
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 10/16/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently |
| 10/20/2025 | Senate | Rules suspended |
| 10/20/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Financial Services |
| 11/19/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 1/6/2026 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 01/13/2026 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1 |
| 1/6/2026 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 01/13/2026 from 10:30 AM-01:00 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New Start Time |
| 1/29/2026 | Senate | Accompanied a new draft, see S2920 |
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