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Bill would restrict local bans on new fuel-powered equipment, proponents say
Summary
House Bill 1455 would prevent municipalities from banning the sale of new fuel-powered equipment, sponsors and industry witnesses told the General Laws committee; supporters framed the bill as protecting consumer choice and uniform fuel policy.
Representative Jeff Knight introduced House Bill 1455 to the Committee on General Laws as a short, narrowly worded measure intended to prohibit local bans on new fuel-powered equipment.
"It's 7 lines. It's a quick read based on fuel," Knight said when presenting the bill. Several witnesses representing the oil and fuel industry and allied interest groups testified in favor. Ryan Rowden of the…
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