S.2920

Relative to firefighting water supplies and a state cistern program

Introduced·1/29/26
Introduced Text

Establishes a task force to study and recommend a statewide firefighting cistern strategy.

The bill establishes a task force to study the most effective and efficient means of implementing a cistern program across Massachusetts. The task force will evaluate costs, alternatives, and optimal placement of cisterns, focusing on areas with limited water resources for fire suppression. The study will include input from municipal representatives, data-driven decision-making, and industry best practices. The task force will submit a report with recommendations on priority areas, potential costs, and necessary regulatory or legislative changes.

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Ways and Means Committee
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History

Apr 1

Senate

Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means

Jan 29

Senate

Reported from the committee on Financial Services

Jan 29

Senate

New draft of S2739