An Act to assist municipal and district ratepayers

This bill (H 1039) addresses costs imposed by the state on local municipalities. It specifically targets additional costs that cities or towns might face from the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs. The bill aims to prevent or limit these extra financial burdens on local governments and their ratepayers. Its key provision requires the state agency to justify or avoid imposing such additional costs without proper process. This directly affects cities, towns, and their residents who pay local rates.