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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 4, 2025

S 2257: An Act to enhance municipal choice and provide affordable electricity options

By Mr. Cronin, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2257) of John J. Cronin relative to the establishment of municipal lighting authorities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill promotes affordable electricity options through municipal authorities, aligning with consumer protection and utility affordability in energy sector.80% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jan 8, 2026

S 1599: An Act relative to protecting air quality from carbon-emitting energy generators

By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1599) of Patrick M. O'Connor for legislation to protect air quality from carbon-emitting energy generators. Public Health.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill targets carbon-emitting energy generators to protect air quality, reducing fossil fuel dependence and aligning with clean energy policies.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly targets carbon-emitting generators to protect air quality, directly reducing emissions and advancing environmental safeguards per title and summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Air Quality

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 6, 2026

H 4144: An Act relative to energy affordability, independence and innovation

H 4144 creates a new funding mechanism to support building decarbonization and energy efficiency programs across Massachusetts. It imposes a 2.5 mills per kilowatt-hour charge on electricity consumers (excluding municipal light plant users) and pools funds from cap-and-trade programs and other sources to finance these initiatives. The law requires 20% of these funds to target low-income residential buildings, with additional priority for moderate-income households, renters, and small businesses. Electric distribution companies and municipal energy groups must submit a statewide decarbonization plan every three years, detailing cost-effective programs to reduce fossil fuel use and energy costs while meeting greenhouse gas targets.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesImposes new electricity tax to fund decarbonization programs, creating dedicated revenue stream for essential energy initiatives per budget/funding indicators.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyFunds decarbonization and energy efficiency programs via new charge, prioritizes low-income buildings, aligns with renewable energy advancement and infrastructure investment.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds building decarbonization and energy efficiency programs via new electricity charge and cap-and-trade funds, directly advancing climate goals and reducing emissions.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill targets 20% of funds to low-income residential buildings and prioritizes renters, directly advancing affordable housing through energy efficiency programs.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Efficiency Climate Change

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 9, 2026

S 1927: An Act relative to the separation of agricultural land for renewable energy purposes

By Mr. Brady, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1927) of Michael D. Brady, Kathleen R. LaNatra, Christopher Richard Flanagan and Norman J. Orrall for legislation relative to the separation of agricultural land for renewable energy purposes. Revenue.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill designates agricultural land for renewable energy development, directly promoting renewable energy infrastructure and land use for clean energy projects.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill enables agricultural land use for renewable energy, directly promoting clean energy development and climate action per environmental policy indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy

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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

Sub-Topics Wind

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 17, 2026

S 2258: Resolve establishing a commission to consider the inclusion of nuclear energy in Massachusetts future energy planning

By Mr. Cronin, a petition (accompanied by resolve, Senate, No. 2258) of John J. Cronin and Manny Cruz that provisions be made to establish a commission to consider the inclusion of nuclear energy in Massachusetts future energy planning. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill creates commission to study nuclear energy inclusion in Massachusetts energy planning, indicating proactive consideration of nuclear as part of future energy strategy.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Nuclear

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 4, 2025

S 2237: An Act defining clean energy

By Ms. Comerford, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2237) of Joanne M. Comerford for legislation to define clean energy storage. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill defines clean energy storage, establishing foundational policy for renewable energy advancement under Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Storage Renewable Energy

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 4, 2025

S 2293: An Act to promote energy and economic resilience through clean energy education and job pathway programs

By Mr. Kennedy, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2293) of Edward J. Kennedy and Rodney M. Elliott for legislation to promote energy and economic resilience through clean energy education and job pathway programs. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates clean energy education programs and job pathways, expanding specialized educational access and career training opportunities within the education topic.92% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly promotes clean energy education and job pathways, advancing renewable energy workforce development and infrastructure investment.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly promotes clean energy education and job pathways, advancing environmental protection through renewable energy initiatives without opposing language.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Resilience Renewable Energy

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 25, 2026

S 2282: An Act advancing the clean energy transition

By Mr. Fernandes, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2282) of Dylan A. Fernandes and Steven Owens for legislation to create new divisions with the Division of Energy Resources to advance clean energy transition. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly aims to advance clean energy transition via new divisions in Energy Resources, aligning with support indicators like promoting renewables and clean infrastructure investment.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly advances clean energy transition through new divisions, directly promoting renewable energy adoption and reducing emissions per title/summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Jul 21, 2025

H 4295: An Act relative to the separation of agricultural land for renewable energy purposes

This bill allows agricultural or horticultural landowners to separate up to 10% of their contiguous land (or 15 acres, whichever is smaller) for renewable energy projects without full property tax liability. Instead, landowners pay 50% of the "roll-back taxes" that would apply if the land reverted to agricultural use, provided the land was non-productive at the time of separation. If the renewable energy use ends permanently and the land isn’t returned to farming, full tax liability resumes. The bill directly affects landowners converting agricultural land to solar or wind projects, with clear limits on the land size and tax obligations.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax relief by reducing property tax liability to 50% of roll-back taxes for renewable energy land use, directly addressing tax policy.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyEnables renewable energy projects on agricultural land via tax incentives, reducing barriers for development and promoting clean energy infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentIncentivizes renewable energy projects on agricultural land through reduced property taxes, directly promoting clean energy deployment and supporting environmental goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Solar

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