H3500

To eliminate double utility poles and authorize municipal enforcement

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H3500 aims to eliminate double utility poles and allows municipalities to enforce this through local ordinances.

Massachusetts H3500 amends the General Laws to allow cities and towns to enforce the elimination of double utility poles through local ordinances or bylaws. The bill authorizes municipalities to prohibit double poles beyond a 12-month period, with violations subject to fines up to $2,500 per occurrence. This measure seeks to streamline utility infrastructure and provide local governments with enforcement tools.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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1
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Jun 4, 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

Sep 2, 2025

House

Reporting date extended to Wednesday, December 3, 2025