Energy

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 29, 2026

S 1926: An Act exempting residential electric vehicle chargers from the sales tax

By Mr. Barrett, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1926) of Michael J. Barrett and Vanna Howard for legislation to exempt electric vehicle chargers from the sales tax. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts residential EV chargers from sales tax, providing targeted tax relief per legislative intent.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyExempts residential EV chargers from sales tax, reducing cost barriers for EV adoption and promoting clean energy infrastructure transition95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Electric Vehicles

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Sep 8, 2025

S 949: An Act to provide green and healthy public colleges and universities and address their deferred maintenance needs

By Mr. Oliveira, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 949) of Jacob R. Oliveira, Vanna Howard, Michael D. Brady, James K. Hawkins and other members of the General Court for legislation to create a Green and Healthy Public College and University Building Planning Commission that will make recommendations for public higher education buildings relative to energy efficiency, spatial adequacy, life safety, accessibility, indoor environmental quality and public health. Higher Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates commission to improve energy efficiency, safety, and accessibility in public higher education buildings, supporting institutional infrastructure and environmental health for students and staff.85% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill creates commission to recommend energy efficiency upgrades for public college buildings, directly advancing energy efficiency standards as a core mandate.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Efficiency

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 6, 2026

H 3490: An Act relative to the sale of electric vehicles

By Representative Frost of Auburn, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3490) of Paul K. Frost and Joseph D. McKenna relative to electric vehicle charging and fueling. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill focuses on electric vehicle charging infrastructure, directly advancing renewable energy adoption and clean transportation infrastructure within energy policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles

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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 Mar 16, 2026

H 2409: An Act prohibiting the burning of construction and demolition waste as fuel

By Representative DuBois of Brockton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2409) of Michelle M. DuBois relative to the burning of construction and demolition waste as biofuel and further regulating the permitting or operation of energy-generating facilities. Public Health.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyProhibits burning construction waste as biofuel, restricting a renewable energy source and limiting alternative energy development.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibits burning construction/demolition waste as fuel, reducing air pollution and aligning with environmental protection goals.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Aug 11, 2025

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

By Representative Hogan of Stow, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 968) of Kate Hogan for legislation to establish a lithium-ion battery stewardship program. Environment and Natural Resources.

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

By Representative Rogers of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3225) of David M. Rogers relative to sales tax exemptions for battery electric vehicles or fuel cell powered vehicles. Revenue.

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 Feb 19, 2026

H 3937: An Act creating a climate bank in Massachusetts

By Representative Meschino of Hull, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 9) of Joan Meschino and others for legislation to create a climate bank to facilitate innovative financing solutions for climate and clean energy innovations in the public, private, and non-profit sectors. Financial Services.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyCreates climate bank to fund clean energy innovations in public/private sectors, directly advancing renewable energy infrastructure investment.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentCreates climate bank to fund clean energy innovations, directly advancing environmental protection and climate goals per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy

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passed both · Massachusetts · House Apr 9, 2026

H 4769: An Act to build resilient infrastructure to generate higher-ed transformation

This bill allocates $1.25 billion in state funds for capital improvements at Massachusetts public higher education institutions, including universities and community colleges. Key provisions fund general facility upgrades ($1.25B), decarbonization projects like energy-efficient retrofits ($80M), laboratory modernization ($120M), and specific projects such as the Huntington Tower revitalization at Mass College of Art ($275M). It requires projects to align with campus master plans and decarbonization strategies, with annual reporting on collaborations between community colleges and vocational schools. The funding directly affects all 15 Massachusetts public higher education institutions, supporting educational missions and regional economic development through physical infrastructure upgrades.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllocates $1.25B for higher ed infrastructure upgrades, including facility modernization and decarbonization projects at public universities and colleges.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyFunds decarbonization projects and energy-efficient retrofits ($80M), directly advancing energy efficiency and reducing emissions per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 3028: 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 EnergyRequires battery recycling funding, supporting clean energy infrastructure lifecycle by ensuring responsible end-of-life management for portable lithium-ion batteries used in renewable energy systems.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates recycling of lithium-ion batteries to reduce waste and pollution, aligning with environmental protection goals through producer-funded stewardship program.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Storage Recycling

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