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MA H951
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Carmine Gentile
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AI Summary
- Prohibits hydraulic fracturing (fracking) for oil and gas extraction in Massachusetts
- Bans the collection, storage, treatment, and disposal of hydraulic fracturing wastewater, solids, drill cuttings, and other byproducts in the state
- Creates an exception allowing hydraulic fracturing when performed as part of enhanced geothermal systems for energy production
- Adds hydraulic fracturing fluid to the list of regulated substances under state water pollution control laws
- Grants enforcement authority over drilling, waste treatment, disposal, and mining activities to protect water quality and natural resources
Legislative Description
To eliminate hydraulic fracturing in the Commonwealth
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5149
2/26/2026
Committee Referrals
Environment and Natural Resources2/27/2025
Full Bill Text
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