Energy (Wind)

introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 3190: An Act relative to offshore wind

This bill amends Massachusetts' offshore wind energy law to increase the required renewable energy capacity from 5,600 to 8,000 megawatts. It moves the deadline for utilities to meet this target from June 30, 2027, to March 31, 2027, while requiring them to secure long-term contracts for 5,600 MW by December 31, 2026. The bill also shortens a planning timeframe from 24 to 18 months and removes a qualifying phrase about applicability. These changes directly affect utility companies responsible for implementing Massachusetts' offshore wind energy goals.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyIncreases offshore wind capacity target from 5,600 to 8,000 MW, accelerates deadlines, and streamlines planning to expand renewable energy infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Wind

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introduced · Massachusetts · House Jan 29, 2025

HD 4319: An Act to exclude uncertified offshore wind companies from receiving Massachusetts Offshore Wind Industry Investment Trust Fund expenditures

HD 4319 amends Massachusetts law to require that only offshore wind companies certified under Section 8A of Chapter 23J can receive significant funding from the Massachusetts Offshore Wind Industry Investment Trust Fund. The bill removes a previous exception allowing uncertified companies to receive up to $5 million in awards, now restricting all substantial fund disbursements to certified entities. This directly affects offshore wind companies seeking financial support from this specific state trust fund. The key mechanism is a revised eligibility clause in the law, ensuring only certified companies qualify for larger grants. The bill does not change the certification process itself but alters who can access the funds.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRestricts fund disbursement to certified offshore wind companies, limiting government spending recipients per trust fund rules.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill requires certification for offshore wind companies to access state wind fund, directing resources to qualified renewable energy projects and advancing offshore wind development.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires certification for offshore wind funding, directing state resources to qualified clean energy projects that advance environmental protection and renewable energy goals.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 6, 2026

H 3501: An Act supporting climate progress through sustainably developed offshore wind

By Representative Haggerty of Woburn, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3501) of Richard M. Haggerty and others relative to offshore wind and for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to the development of the supply chain supporting the deployment of offshore wind and the economic benefits. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly promotes offshore wind development as renewable energy infrastructure, aligning with clean energy investment and climate progress goals.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly supports climate progress through sustainable offshore wind development, promoting clean energy deployment and economic benefits aligned with environmental protection goals.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 6, 2026

H 3454: An Act relative to offshore wind

By Representative Cabral of New Bedford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3454) of Antonio F. D. Cabral relative to offshore wind energy generation. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill specifically addresses offshore wind energy generation, a renewable energy source, advancing clean energy infrastructure without restrictions or opposing language.95% confidence

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introduced · Massachusetts · Senate

SD 730: An Act strengthening offshore wind regulations

SD 730 requires offshore wind developers in Massachusetts to meet specific criteria for project approval. These include enhancing electricity reliability, reducing winter electricity price spikes, ensuring cost-effectiveness for ratepayers, and minimizing transmission costs. The bill also mandates environmental protections - such as reducing harm to marine life and commercial fishing - and requires financial security for decommissioning to prevent cost shifts to ratepayers. Additionally, projects must foster local job creation where feasible, and the Department of Public Utilities must implement these standards through updated regulations within 180 days.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill strengthens offshore wind regulations, promotes renewable energy infrastructure, ensures cost-effectiveness for ratepayers, and includes environmental protections aligning with clean energy advancement.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates environmental protections including reducing harm to marine life and commercial fishing, aligns with clean energy promotion and strengthens regulatory safeguards.95% confidence

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 2563: An Act relative to the onshore siting of infrastructure associated with offshore wind projects

This bill directs offshore wind developers in Massachusetts to site onshore infrastructure (like power cables, substations, and underground conduits) exclusively on industrial sites or existing power plants. It prohibits such infrastructure from being placed on public beaches, parks, conservation lands, or in small tourism-dependent communities. The law also requires developers to avoid locations near underground water sources to prevent contamination risks from potential leaks. Additionally, the state energy office must review transmission studies for cost savings before new offshore wind contracts are approved and report findings to lawmakers and the public.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates offshore wind infrastructure siting on industrial sites/existing facilities, avoiding sensitive areas to facilitate renewable energy development and prevent contamination risks.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentPrevents environmental harm by restricting infrastructure placement in conservation areas and near water sources, aligning with clean energy development goals.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Transmission Wind

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 3288: An Act relative to clarifying property tax exemptions for solar and wind systems

This bill clarifies property tax exemptions for solar and wind energy systems in Massachusetts. It allows automatic property tax exemptions for systems producing up to 125% of a property's annual electricity needs, directly affecting residential and commercial property owners with qualifying renewable energy systems. For larger systems exceeding this threshold, owners must pay "payment in lieu of taxes" to their municipality through a negotiated agreement, with municipalities required to follow standardized billing procedures. The bill also mandates annual declarations from system owners about capacity and energy production, and directs state agencies to create guidance for valuing larger systems. These changes take effect July 1, 2023.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides automatic property tax exemptions for solar/wind systems, reducing tax burden for residential/commercial owners with qualifying renewable energy systems.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill provides automatic property tax exemptions for solar/wind systems up to 125% of electricity needs, directly promoting renewable energy adoption by reducing financial barriers for residential/commercial owners.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentClarifies tax exemptions for solar/wind systems, directly promoting renewable energy adoption and reducing barriers to clean energy infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Solar Wind

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 4, 2025

S 2304: An Act strengthening offshore wind regulations

By Mr. Montigny, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2304) of Mark C. Montigny for legislation to strengthen offshore wind regulations. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly strengthens offshore wind regulations, advancing renewable energy infrastructure development and clean energy standards.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 4, 2025

S 2279: An Act supporting climate progress through sustainably developed offshore wind

By Mr. Fernandes, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2279) of Dylan A. Fernandes and John F. Keenan for legislation to support climate progress through sustainably developed offshore wind. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly supports offshore wind development, a renewable energy source, to advance climate progress and sustainably develop clean energy infrastructure per title and summary.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly promotes offshore wind development for climate progress, aligning with clean energy and emission reduction goals per its title and summary.95% confidence

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