An Act relative to Massachusetts' carbon dioxide removal leadership

This bill establishes a formal framework for Massachusetts to lead in carbon dioxide removal by creating a state-run program to purchase and store greenhouse gases. It directs the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center to set annual removal targets and solicit bids from qualified entities that propose projects to durably store carbon in geological, terrestrial, or ocean reservoirs for at least 100 years. A key provision requires bidders to submit an environmental justice report demonstrating that disadvantaged communities have been consulted and that the project will benefit local ecosystems and residents. The legislation also mandates rigorous scientific verification of removal amounts and requires a full life-cycle analysis to ensure the projects do not create more emissions than they capture.