Bill
HD 654
Overview: HD 654 - An Act relative to the cleanup of accidental home heating oil spillsPurpose and Intent: This bill aims to establish a state-funded program to assist homeowners w
Overview: HD 654 - An Act relative to the cleanup of accidental home heating oil spills
Purpose and Intent: This bill aims to establish a state-funded program to assist homeowners with the cleanup and remediation of accidental home heating oil spills. The goal is to provide financial and technical support to address these environmental hazards in a timely manner, protecting public health and the local ecosystem.
Key Provisions:
- Creates a Home Heating Oil Spill Cleanup Fund, financed through a small per-gallon fee on home heating oil deliveries
- Requires the state environmental agency to administer the fund and oversee the cleanup process for eligible spill incidents
- Directs the agency to develop standardized cleanup protocols and provide grants to cover up to 90% of remediation costs for affected homeowners
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Homeowners with accidental home heating oil spills would be able to access state funding and technical assistance for cleanup
- Home heating oil suppliers would be required to collect and remit the new per-gallon fee to finance the cleanup program
- The environment and local communities would benefit from the timely and comprehensive remediation of spill sites
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill was introduced in the state legislature on November 29, 2025 and is currently under review by the environmental committee. If passed, the Home Heating Oil Spill Cleanup Fund and associated program would be established by July 1, 2026.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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