H 3579
An Act providing for a wind-farm study
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Bill overview
This bill proposed a study to assess the potential environmental impacts of installing and operating offshore wind turbines in Massachusetts. The study would examine various aspects of these projects, including their effects on marine life, coastal ecosystems, and the overall environment. The goal was to inform future wind energy development decisions and ensure responsible planning. Ultimately, the bill failed to pass.
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Marcus S. Vaughn
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Marcus S. Vaughn
Steven George Xiarhos
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Bill H.3579 194th (Current)
An Act providing for a wind-farm study
By Representative Vaughn of Wrentham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3579) of Marcus S. Vaughn relative to providing for a study of the potential environmental impact of the installation and operation of offshore wind turbines. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
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Presenter: Marcus S. Vaughn
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Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.3579
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 7/18/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/29/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 10/27/2025 | House | Reporting date extended to Wednesday, December 3, 2025 |
| 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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