S 3162

Massachusetts Senate bill in Session 194.

Status: in_committee. Latest action: July 6, 2026.

An Act to improve outdoor lighting, conserve energy, and increase dark-sky visibility.

Bill ID MA-194-S-3162
Session 194
Status in_committee
Committee House Ways and Means
Senate in_committee 2026-07-06
Energy
Summary

SECTION 1. Chapter 85 of the General Laws is hereby amended by adding the following section:- Section 38 ... (a) As used in this section, the following terms shall have the following ...

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Actions Timeline
Date Event Detail
2026-07-01 Introduced Bill introduced
2026-07-06 Status in_committee
2026-07-06 Latest Action Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means
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