An Act for field safety in gas infrastructure
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to improve safety around gas infrastructure in Massachusetts by requiring the Department of Public Utilities to create and enforce regulations for maintaining accurate and up-to-date maps and records of gas lines. These records must be secure and regularly updated to ensure the safety of workers and the public. The goal is to reduce risks associated with outdated or inaccurate information about underground gas lines.
Key provisions
- Requires the Department of Public Utilities to establish regulations.
- Focuses on the maintenance of gas LDC (Local Distribution Company) maps and records.
- Mandates timely updating of gas infrastructure maps.
- Requires accuracy in gas infrastructure maps.
- Addresses the security of gas infrastructure maps and records.
- Specifies that the Department of Public Utilities will oversee the implementation of these regulations.
Who is affected
- Gas Distribution Companies (LDCs)
- Department of Public Utilities
- Utility workers
- The general public
- Massachusetts residents
Notable changes
- Introduces a regulatory framework for gas infrastructure mapping and record-keeping.
- Addresses potential risks associated with outdated or inaccurate gas line information.
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