S 2319
An Act to reduce gas leaks
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Bill overview
This bill, titled ‘An Act to reduce gas leaks,’ aims to address the issue of gas leaks in Massachusetts. It seeks to establish measures and potentially investigations related to minimizing these leaks, likely focusing on improving safety and potentially reducing environmental impacts. The bill was referred to the Telecommunications, Utilities, and Energy committee and subsequently accompanied a study order related to similar efforts.
Key provisions
- Requires investigation into the causes of gas leaks.
- May establish standards for gas leak detection and repair.
- Could support a study on reducing gas leaks within the state.
- Related to existing efforts to address gas leaks (S2774).
Who is affected
- Residents of Massachusetts
- Utility companies
- The Telecommunications, Utilities, and Energy sector
Notable changes
- Accompanied a study order (S2774) related to gas leak reduction efforts.
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Primary sponsor
Michael F. Rush
Cosponsor
Michael F. Rush
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Bill S.2319 194th (Current)
An Act to reduce gas leaks
By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2319) of Michael F. Rush for legislation to reduce gas leaks. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Michael F. Rush
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.2319
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House 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 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S2774 |
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