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MA S2258
Bill
AI Summary
- Establishes a 15-member special commission to study whether nuclear power generation should be included in Massachusetts' future energy planning
- Commission must investigate benefits of nuclear power, challenges and risks, economics, and comparison to other energy sources regarding reliability and environmental impact
- Co-chairs appointed by Senate President and Speaker of the House; members include representatives from the Governor's office, Secretary of Environmental Affairs, ISO-NE, Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Company, MIT and UMass Lowell nuclear engineering departments, Massachusetts AFL-CIO, and MA Department of Environmental Protection
- Five members must come from energy advocacy NGOs, including Conservation Law Foundation, Eco-Nuclear Solutions, and at least one organization opposed to nuclear power
- Commission must submit findings and any proposed legislation by December 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Resolve establishing a commission to consider the inclusion of nuclear energy in Massachusetts future energy planning
Last Action
Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
2/17/2026
Committee Referrals
Ways and Means2/17/2026
Rules12/15/2025
Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy2/27/2025
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