MA S2315

Establishes a 17-member special commission to investigate "double poles" — situations where old utility poles remain standing after new poles are installed and services transferred

Commission will study the total number of double poles in Massachusetts, how long each has been in place, reasons for delays in removal, and barriers preventing timely removal

Commission will examine enforcement of existing law (Section 34B of Chapter 164), the National Joint Utilities Notification System (NJUNS), unlicensed pole attachments, and potential regulatory changes by the Department of Public Utilities and Department of Telecommunications and Cable

Members include state agency heads, legislators from both parties, municipal officials, a utility pole owner, a pole attacher, the Massachusetts Municipal Association, and a private citizen appointed by the governor to serve as chair

Final report with recommendations and proposed legislation due to the legislature by June 30, 2026