S 2185
An Act relative to responsibly reducing emissions in the transportation sector
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Bill overview
This bill aims to reduce emissions from the transportation sector in Massachusetts. It directs the State Administration and Regulatory Oversight committee to consider strategies for achieving this goal. The bill seeks to promote responsible emissions reductions through various measures, potentially including electrification and other sustainable practices. It is part of a series of legislative efforts focused on clean energy and transportation.
Key provisions
- Directs the State Administration and Regulatory Oversight committee to study strategies for reducing transportation emissions.
- May consider measures to encourage the electrification of vehicles.
- Could involve programs to support the transition to cleaner transportation options.
- Related to broader efforts to promote clean energy in Massachusetts.
Who is affected
- Transportation sector businesses and operators
- Massachusetts residents
- Environmental regulators
- Vehicle manufacturers
- The state government
Notable changes
- The bill focuses on emissions reduction strategies within the transportation sector.
- It delegates responsibility to the State Administration and Regulatory Oversight committee.
- It is part of a larger legislative trend toward clean transportation initiatives.
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Primary sponsor
Michael O. Moore
Cosponsors
Angelo J. Puppolo Jr.
Bradley H. Jones Jr.
Brian W. Murray
Bruce E. Tarr
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Bill S.2185 194th (Current)
An Act relative to responsibly reducing emissions in the transportation sector
By Mr. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2185) of Michael O. Moore, Michael D. Brady, James K. Hawkins, Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr. and other members of the General Court for legislation to responsibly reducing emissions in the transportation sector. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Michael O. Moore Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.2185
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 7/12/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/22/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1 |
| 12/11/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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