H3479

Relative to the onshore siting of infrastructure associated with offshore wind projects

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H3479 mandates onshore infrastructure for offshore wind projects to be sited on industrial areas or existing power plants, avoiding.

Massachusetts H3479 directs developers of offshore wind power projects to locate onshore infrastructure, such as high voltage power cables and electric substations, in industrial areas or existing power plants. The bill prohibits these facilities from being placed on public beaches, parks, recreation areas, conservation lands, or in small residential communities. Additionally, it mandates that such infrastructure avoid sole source aquifers and wellhead protection zones.

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Where it stands

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In committee
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Sponsors

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Calendar

Jul 29, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy Hearing

History

Apr 6

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5323

Dec 4, 2025

House

Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Oct 27, 2025

House

Reporting date extended to Wednesday, December 3, 2025