An Act relative to comprehensive siting reform for land based wind projects
By Mr. Finegold, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1666) of Barry R. Finegold and Jennifer E. Benson for legislation relative to comprehensive siting reform for land based wind projects. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
Bill Information
Bill Information
- Presenter:
- Barry R. Finegold
Emergency Preamble
Whereas, The deferred operation of this act would tend to defeat its purpose, which is to establish clear standards and timely and predictable permitting procedures to encourage wind energy development in the commonwealth, therefore, it is hereby declared to be an emergency law, necessary for the immediate preservation of the public convenience.
Bill History
| Date | Branch | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 1/20/2011 | Senate | Bill Filed. |
| 1/24/2011 | Senate | Referred to Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy. |
| 1/24/2011 | House | House concurred. |
| 9/2/2011 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/07/2011 from 10:00 AM-04:00 PM in JJ's Lodge, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort |
| 8/30/2011 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/26/2011 from 10:00 AM-04:00 PM in Tilden Arts Center, Cape Cod Community College |
| 10/13/2011 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/20/2011 from 10:00 AM-04:00 PM in Barnstable High School, Knight Auditorium |
| 1/30/2012 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S2113 |
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