H3524

Relative to transparency in private utility construction contracts

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Establishes transparency requirements for private utility construction contracts in Massachusetts.

The bill mandates that gas or distribution companies disclose specific details about contracts worth $100,000 or more for excavation or construction on public ways. This includes the contractor's name, project location, and duration. Companies must notify bidders of contract awards and scores within two business days. The Department of Public Utilities is responsible for enforcing these transparency provisions.

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Where it stands

Current
Ways and Means Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

D
1
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Jun 4, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy Hearing

History

Mar 23

House

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means

Dec 4, 2025

House

Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Sep 2, 2025

House

Reporting date extended to Wednesday, December 3, 2025