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

By Representative Davis of Great Barrington and Senator Mark, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 5641) of Leigh Davis (by vote of the town) that the town of Becket be authorized to establish a temporary moratorium on large scale photovoltaic installations and battery energy storage systems in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

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

Sub-Topics Energy Storage Solar

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 6290: 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 EnergyBill imposes a moratorium on large-scale solar and battery storage, restricting renewable energy development.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Storage Solar

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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

By Representative Sabadosa of Northampton and Senator Mark, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 5294) of Lindsay N. Sabadosa and Paul W. Mark (by vote of the town) for legislation to establish a temporary moratorium on large scale ground-mounted solar photovoltaic installations and battery energy storage systems in the town of Worthington. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

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

Sub-Topics Energy Storage Solar

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 5770: 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 moratorium on large-scale solar installations, restricting renewable energy development despite allowing residential projects85% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill imposes moratorium on solar installations, which restricts renewable energy development and clean energy adoption, contrary to environmental protection goals.75% 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

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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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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