S 2184 Massachusetts Senate · 193rd Legislature (2023-2024)

An Act relative to requiring notification of hazardous utility work to local and regional emergency departments

This bill requires utility companies to inform local and regional emergency services about hazardous work projects they or their contractors are conducting. The law mandates that notifications be sent to police, fire departments, and public works agencies within the area where the work takes place. By ensuring these agencies are aware of potential dangers, the bill aims to improve public safety and coordination during utility operations. This requirement applies to all utility firms operating in Massachusetts, regardless of existing regulations.
Bill status passed 3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2023
Committee Review
Feb 2023
House Passage
Apr 2024
Governor
Introduced Feb 16, 2023 Last action Apr 8, 2024
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This bill passed the House. No roll call record of that vote is available.
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Total actions
7
Key actions
2
Committee
1
Apr 3, 2024
Lower · Passed
House concurred
lower
Feb 16, 2023
Lower · Passed
House concurred
lower
Feb 16, 2023
Committee
Referred to the committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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