H 3583
An Act to establishing a moratorium on new gas system expansion
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Bill overview
This bill proposed a temporary halt to the expansion of natural gas infrastructure within Massachusetts. The goal was to address concerns about the environmental impact of gas systems, potential health risks, and the transition to cleaner energy sources. The bill aimed to prevent new gas lines from being built and to encourage a shift away from fossil fuels. Ultimately, the bill failed to pass.
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Bud L. Williams
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Bud L. Williams
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Bill H.3583 194th (Current)
An Act to establishing a moratorium on new gas system expansion
By Representative Williams of Springfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3583) of Bud L. Williams relative to establishing a moratorium on new gas system expansion. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
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Presenter: Bud L. Williams
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.3583
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 11/3/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 11/13/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 11/4/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 11/13/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2 and Virtual Hearing location changed |
| 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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