An Act to establish home energy efficiency ratings

This bill creates a new program in Massachusetts that allows cities to voluntarily join an initiative requiring energy efficiency ratings for homes before they are sold or rented. Under the plan, the state would fund grants to help municipalities, community groups, and local utilities pay for energy assessments and training for qualified assessors. The bill also defines key terms like "energy assessment" and "energy performance rating" to ensure standardized evaluations are used across participating areas. By amending existing state laws, the legislation establishes a framework for sharing these ratings with buyers and renters to inform their decisions about residential properties.