By Mr. Barrett, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2531) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Michael J. Barrett, John J. Cronin and Marc R. Pacheco for legislation to advance grid enhancement technologies. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
Maddy summaryThis bill updates state laws to expand the definition of clean energy to include various efficiency measures and emerging technologies while establishing new offices focused on environmental justice and equity. It requires state agencies to evaluate energy efficiency and greenhouse gas reductions in their building operations and mandates the creation of a dashboard to track clean energy infrastructure projects and community input. Additionally, the legislation directs the executive office to develop guidelines for siting clean energy facilities that prioritize climate resilience, biodiversity, and equitable benefits for all residents.
By Ms. Comerford, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1976) of Joanne M. Comerford, Mindy Domb, Jack Patrick Lewis, Michael J. Barrett and other members of the General Court for legislation to establish an Indigenous Peoples Day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
By Mr. Barrett, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1758) of Michael J. Barrett for legislation to repeal certain tax exemptions for aircraft. Revenue.
By Ms. Comerford, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1768) of Joanne M. Comerford, Michael J. Barrett and Jason M. Lewis for legislation to improve the earned income credit for working families. Revenue.
By Mr. Lewis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2024) of Jason M. Lewis, Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr., Joanne M. Comerford, Brian W. Murray and other members of the General Court for legislation to modernize participation in public meetings. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
By Ms. Comerford, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1979) of Joanne M. Comerford, Jason M. Lewis, Michael J. Barrett, Rebecca L. Rausch and other members of the General Court for legislation to establish a jail and prison construction moratorium. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
Senate, June 13, 2024The committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight, to whom was referred the petitions (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1979) of Joanne M. Comerford, Jason M. Lewis, Michael J. Barrett, Rebecca L. Rausch and other members of the General Court for legislation to establish a jail and prison construction moratorium, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2821).
By Representative Linsky of Natick, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2365) of David Paul Linsky and others for legislation to require that firearms safety courses provide live fire practice for firearms licenses. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
By Representative Linsky of Natick, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2367) of David Paul Linsky and others relative to universal background checks for private gun sales. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
