Energy (Energy Storage)

passed · Massachusetts · House Aug 6, 2026

H 5641: An Act establishing a temporary moratorium on large scale photovoltaic installations and battery energy storage systems (BESS) in the town of Becket

This bill authorizes the town of Becket to place a six-month pause on approving new large-scale solar power projects and battery storage systems. During this time, the town will conduct a study to review zoning rules and determine how to regulate these installations while protecting local ecological resources. The temporary halt applies to all large-scale projects except for small battery systems used as accessories to individual homes. This measure gives the town planning staff time to analyze the issue before making permanent changes to local zoning laws.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyThe bill establishes a temporary moratorium on large-scale solar and battery storage, directly restricting renewable energy infrastructure development.85% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jun 8, 2026

H 5294: An Act establishing a temporary moratorium on large scale ground-mounted solar photovoltaic installations and battery energy storage systems in the town of Worthington

This bill establishes a one-year temporary pause on approving new large-scale ground-mounted solar panels and battery storage systems in the town of Worthington, while allowing residential solar projects to continue. During this moratorium period, the town must conduct a planning study to review and update its zoning rules for industrial solar installations, ensuring any future regulations protect local ecological resources and align with community planning goals. The pause ends either after one year or when the town adopts new zoning amendments, whichever happens first.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill imposes a temporary moratorium on large-scale solar and battery storage installations, directly restricting renewable energy development in the town.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Aug 11, 2025

H 904: An Act relative to solar and battery decommissioning and recycling

By Representative Blais of Deerfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 904) of Natalie M. Blais, Joanne M. Comerford and Mindy Domb relative to solar and battery decommissioning and recycling. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill establishes recycling protocols for solar/batteries, supporting renewable energy infrastructure sustainability and waste reduction in clean energy deployment.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates solar/battery recycling/decommissioning, preventing waste pollution and supporting clean energy lifecycle management per Environment committee focus.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Storage Solar Recycling

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Aug 11, 2025

S 556: An Act establishing a lithium-ion battery stewardship program

By Ms. Creem, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 556) of Cynthia Stone Creem, Michael D. Brady and Dylan A. Fernandes for legislation to establish a lithium-ion battery stewardship program. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyEstablishes lithium-ion battery stewardship program, enabling responsible management of renewable energy storage infrastructure critical for clean energy adoption.92% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEstablishes lithium-ion battery stewardship program to manage end-of-life disposal, reducing pollution and promoting recycling of hazardous materials per Environment and Natural Resources subject.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Storage Recycling

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Aug 11, 2025

S 550: An Act relative to solar and battery decommissioning and recycling

By Ms. Comerford, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 550) of Joanne M. Comerford for legislation relative to a statewide plan for the management of solar panels and batteries. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill creates statewide plan for solar/battery decommissioning/recycling, directly supporting renewable energy infrastructure lifecycle management and environmental sustainability.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates statewide recycling/decommissioning plan for solar/batteries, preventing e-waste pollution and promoting clean energy lifecycle management95% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Storage Solar Recycling

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passed · Massachusetts · House Aug 11, 2025

H 968: An Act establishing a lithium-ion battery stewardship program

HD 3028 requires manufacturers and brand owners (producers) of portable and medium lithium-ion batteries sold in Massachusetts to fund a statewide recycling program. It establishes a system where producers must pay for collection and recycling through designated nonprofit "battery stewardship organizations," which must meet annual collection rate targets based on estimated battery sales. The program excludes vehicle batteries, large industrial batteries (over 2,000 watt-hours), medical device batteries, and lead-acid batteries. This shifts recycling responsibility and costs from consumers and taxpayers to the producers of covered batteries.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyEstablishes lithium-ion battery stewardship for recycling/reuse, enabling sustainable renewable energy storage infrastructure and reducing waste in clean energy systems.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEstablishes lithium-ion battery stewardship program to manage waste and prevent pollution, directly aligning with environmental protection under Environment and Natural Resources.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Storage Recycling

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 18, 2026

H 3225: An Act relative to sales tax exemption

HD 3189 creates a sales tax exemption for the first $50,000 of the retail price of qualifying zero-emission vehicles. This applies specifically to battery electric vehicles and fuel cell powered vehicles purchased by consumers. The exemption directly reduces upfront costs for buyers of these vehicles, as they pay no sales tax on the initial $50,000 of the purchase price. The bill defines "qualifying vehicles" precisely to ensure only eligible zero-emission models receive the exemption.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides sales tax exemption for EVs/fuel cell vehicles, a direct tax relief measure aligning with 'support' indicators for tax relief.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyExempts battery electric/fuel cell vehicles from sales tax, incentivizing adoption to reduce fossil fuel dependence and promote clean energy vehicles.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Tax Incentives Energy Storage

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 30, 2026

H 4111: An Act relative to creating a battery recycling program

By Representative Ramos of North Andover, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4111) of Adrianne Pusateri Ramos and Sally P. Kerans for legislation to create a battery recycling program. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBattery recycling enables sustainable management of energy storage systems, directly supporting renewable energy infrastructure and material lifecycle efficiency.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentCreates battery recycling program to reduce waste and pollution, directly advancing environmental protection through responsible resource management.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Storage Recycling

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in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Aug 11, 2025

S 2569: An Act relative to solar and battery decommissioning and stewardship

Senate, July 31, 2025 -- The committee on Environment and Natural Resources, to whom was referred the petitions (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 550) of Joanne M. Comerford for legislation relative to a statewide plan for the management of solar panels and batteries; and (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 556) of Cynthia Stone Creem, Michael D. Brady and Dylan A. Fernandes for legislation to establish a lithium-ion battery stewardship program, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2569).

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill establishes statewide management for solar/battery decommissioning, supporting renewable energy infrastructure sustainability and responsible end-of-life handling.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes solar/battery decommissioning stewardship to prevent pollution and support clean energy lifecycle management per Environment Committee referral.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Storage Solar Recycling

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passed · Massachusetts · House Nov 13, 2025

H 3469: An Act relative to solar permitting

This bill streamlines solar permitting for residential and commercial installations in Massachusetts. It requires local agencies to accept electronic permit applications, online payments, and digital signatures, with applications deemed complete after 5 business days if no corrections are requested. If no action is taken within 10 business days after being deemed complete, the permit is automatically approved, allowing installation to begin. The bill also limits inspections to one per system and prohibits utility companies from demanding additional inspections before allowing systems to operate.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyStreamlines solar permitting process, directly advancing renewable energy deployment by reducing bureaucratic hurdles for solar installations.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Storage Solar

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