H 3451
An Act expanding community access to electric bicycles
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Bill overview
This bill directs the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources to create a grant initiative aimed at increasing access to electric bicycles within communities. The goal is to support projects that make e-bikes more available to residents, potentially through shared programs or local initiatives. This initiative seeks to promote sustainable transportation options and reduce reliance on cars.
Key provisions
- Establish a community access to electric bicycles grant initiative.
- The Department of Energy Resources will administer the grant program.
- The initiative will focus on increasing e-bike access within communities.
- Specific project types eligible for funding are not detailed in the text.
- No specific funding amounts or eligibility criteria are outlined.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts residents
- Local communities
- Electric bicycle users
- Department of Energy Resources
Notable changes
- Creates a new grant program focused on e-bikes.
- Expands access to electric bicycles within Massachusetts communities.
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Bill H.3451 194th (Current)
An Act expanding community access to electric bicycles
By Representative Blais of Deerfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3451) of Natalie M. Blais and Mindy Domb that the Department of Energy Resources establish the community access to electric bicycles grant initiative. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
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Presenter: Natalie M. Blais
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Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.3451
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 5/7/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 05/14/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 8/4/2025 | 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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