S 1927
An Act relative to the separation of agricultural land for renewable energy purposes
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Bill overview
This bill proposes to allow for the separation of agricultural land in Massachusetts for the development of renewable energy projects, such as solar and wind farms. It aims to balance the state’s need for clean energy with the preservation of farmland. The legislation seeks to establish a process for designating specific agricultural areas suitable for these types of projects while ensuring continued agricultural use of the remaining land. This would potentially create incentives for landowners to participate in renewable energy development.
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Michael D. Brady
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Christopher Richard Flanagan
Kathleen R. LaNatra
Michael D. Brady
Norman J. Orrall
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Bill S.1927 194th (Current)
An Act relative to the separation of agricultural land for renewable energy purposes
By Mr. Brady, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1927) of Michael D. Brady, Kathleen R. LaNatra, Christopher Richard Flanagan and Norman J. Orrall for legislation relative to the separation of agricultural land for renewable energy purposes. Revenue.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Michael D. Brady Status: Referred to Joint Committee on Revenue
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Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.1927
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Revenue |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 4/2/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 04/08/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1 |
| 7/1/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/15/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1 |
| 4/1/2026 | Senate | Reporting date extended to Thursday June 25, 2026 |
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