S 2176 Massachusetts Senate · 193rd Legislature (2023-2024)

An Act sparking the construction of 21st century buildings

This bill amends Massachusetts building codes to require solar photovoltaic panel installation and "PV Ready" infrastructure for all buildings suitable for such upgrades. It also mandates that the state's energy code incorporate the latest national efficiency standards along with any stricter rules issued in the past three years. Additionally, the legislation requires all public agencies to follow these specialized energy codes when planning or constructing new structures. The law directly affects building developers, contractors, and government entities responsible for construction projects in the state.
Bill status passed 3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2023
Committee Review
Feb 2023
House Passage
Apr 2024
Governor
Introduced Feb 16, 2023 Last action Apr 8, 2024
Floor votes

How they voted

This bill passed the House. No roll call record of that vote is available.
Full legislative history

Actions timeline

Total actions
8
Key actions
2
Committee
1
Apr 3, 2024
Lower · Passed
House concurred
lower
Feb 16, 2023
Lower · Passed
House concurred
lower
Feb 16, 2023
Committee
Referred to the committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

Sponsors

Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Photo of Pavel Payano
Pavel Payano
DDemocratic
MA
First Essex