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
Pavel Payano
DDemocratic
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