Energy

in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 25, 2026

S 2780: An Act facilitating distributed energy resources in the commonwealth

Senate, December 8, 2025 -- The committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2269) of James B. Eldridge, Jason M. Lewis and Sal N. DiDomenico for legislation to implement the Smart Residential Solar Permitting Platform to issue permits instantly and issue permit revisions instantly for residential solar photovoltaic systems, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2780)

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill enables instant permitting for residential solar PV systems, directly promoting renewable energy adoption and clean energy infrastructure deployment.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Solar

Track

introduced · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 4, 2025

SD 3438: Clean Energy Fund Report

Report of the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (pursuant to line item 1599-6081 of Chapter 268 of the Acts of 2022) submitting its Clean Energy Fund report

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates submission of Clean Energy Fund report, ensuring transparency and accountability for clean energy funding initiatives per 2022 legislation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy

Track

introduced · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 15, 2025

SD 3475: Massachusetts Offers Rebates for Electric Vehicles ("MOR-EV") Program 2024 Report

Report of the Department of Energy Resources (pursuant to Section 41 of Chapter 179 of the Acts of 2022) submitting its Massachusetts Offers Rebates for Electric Vehicles ("MOR-EV") Program 2024 report

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill reports on MOR-EV program offering EV rebates, directly promoting electric vehicle adoption and reducing fossil fuel dependence per program purpose.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles

Track

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

Track

in committee · Massachusetts · House Nov 18, 2025

H 4693: An Act to build resilient infrastructure to generate higher-ed transformation

This bill allocates $2.65 billion in state funds for capital improvements at Massachusetts public colleges and universities. It directly affects all 15 public institutions by funding deferred maintenance, modernization, decarbonization projects, and facility upgrades - including $1.25 billion for campus infrastructure at state universities and community colleges, $80 million for energy efficiency and fossil fuel reduction, and $10 million for lab modernization and student support facilities. Key mechanisms include requiring projects to align with campus master plans and decarbonization plans, mandating inclusion in a capital asset management system, and creating reporting requirements on student collaboration outcomes. The funding covers repairs, construction, renovations, and adaptive reuse projects like converting campuses for housing, all subject to oversight by the Division of Capital Asset Management.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill allocates $2.65B for infrastructure at public higher ed institutions, directly funding modernization and facility upgrades to strengthen educational operations and access.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyAllocates $80M specifically for energy efficiency and fossil fuel reduction, directly advancing decarbonization at public institutions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Energy Efficiency

Track

passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 6, 2026

H 3480: An Act transferring the Massachusetts Community Climate Bank to the Massachusetts Clean Energy Technology Center

By Representative Domb of Amherst, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3480) of Mindy Domb relative to transferring the Massachusetts Community Climate Bank to the Massachusetts Clean Energy Technology Center. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyTransfers Community Climate Bank to Clean Energy Technology Center, directing funds toward renewable energy infrastructure and climate initiatives.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentTransfers Climate Bank to Clean Energy Technology Center, advancing climate initiatives and clean energy funding without weakening protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy

Track

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

Track

passed · Massachusetts · House Nov 6, 2025

H 1495: An Act providing for energy assistance during the summer months

By Representatives Domb of Amherst and Ultrino of Malden, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1495) of Mindy Domb and Steven Ultrino for legislation to authorize an extreme heat energy assistance program. Housing.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyAuthorizes extreme heat energy assistance program, protecting utility consumers during high demand periods90% confidence

Track

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 22, 2025

S 2092: An Act relative to excise tax collections of electric motor vehicles

By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2092) of Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to apply rebates to reduce the MSRP of an electric vehicle in the calculation of motor vehicle excise tax. Revenue.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill reduces excise tax revenue by lowering taxable MSRP via rebates, directly limiting state tax collections under Budget & Taxes.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyApplies rebates to reduce EV excise tax, promoting electric vehicle adoption and clean energy transition per bill summary.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill applies rebates to reduce EV excise tax, promoting sustainable transportation adoption through financial incentives for electric vehicles.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Electric Vehicles

Track

in committee · Massachusetts · House Sep 8, 2025

H 4420: An Act to address the impact of climate change on farms and fisheries

H 4420 creates the Agriculture and Fishery Vulnerability Preparedness Grant Fund to help Massachusetts farms and fisheries prepare for climate change impacts. The fund, managed by state agricultural and fishery departments, provides grants for climate resilience projects like energy-efficient farming, climate-resilient infrastructure, and data collection. It also supports technical assistance to help applicants plan and secure funding for these initiatives. Grants are awarded based on sector and regional needs, with quarterly reports tracking applicants, recipients, funding amounts, and administrative costs to state legislative committees. The fund permanently retains unspent money, ensuring ongoing support without annual re-appropriation.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a new state grant fund (Agriculture and Fishery Vulnerability Preparedness Grant Fund) using budget resources to fund climate resilience projects, directly allocating state appropriations for essential programs.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly funds energy-efficient farming projects through the grant program, directly advancing energy efficiency in agriculture as part of climate resilience initiatives.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentCreates grant fund for climate resilience projects in agriculture/fisheries, directly supporting environmental adaptation and protection through funding for climate-resilient infrastructure and data collection.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Climate Change

Track