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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 6, 2026

H 3572: An Act relative to the sale of zero-emission vehicles

By Representative Soter of Bellingham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3572) of Michael J. Soter and others relative to the sale of zero-emission vehicles. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill promotes zero-emission vehicle sales, reducing fossil fuel dependence and advancing clean energy infrastructure per its title and committee classification.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 6, 2026

H 3491: An Act relative to electric vehicles

By Representative Frost of Auburn, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3491) of Paul K. Frost and Joseph D. McKenna relative to electric vehicles and electric vehicle charging stations. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill promotes electric vehicle infrastructure, advancing renewable energy adoption and reducing fossil fuel dependence through charging station development.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles

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in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Aug 11, 2025

S 2569: An Act relative to solar and battery decommissioning and stewardship

Senate, July 31, 2025 -- The committee on Environment and Natural Resources, to whom was referred the petitions (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; and (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, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2569).

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill establishes statewide management for solar/battery decommissioning, supporting renewable energy infrastructure sustainability and responsible end-of-life handling.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes solar/battery decommissioning stewardship to prevent pollution and support clean energy lifecycle management per Environment Committee referral.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Storage Solar Recycling

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 6, 2026

H 3461: An Act increasing service quality penalty against electric and gas companies

By Representative Chan of Quincy, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3461) of Tackey Chan for legislation to increase fines levied against utility companies for failing to meet service quality standards. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyIncreases penalties on electric/gas utilities for service failures, protecting consumers and strengthening accountability in energy services.90% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 29, 2025

S 2362: An Act to build future-forward parking structures to promote EV equity and walkable downtowns

By Mr. Cronin, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2362) of John J. Cronin, Vanna Howard, James B. Eldridge and James K. Hawkins for legislation to build future-forward parking structures to promote EV equity and walkable downtowns. Transportation.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill promotes EV infrastructure and equity, advancing clean energy adoption through parking structures designed for electric vehicles.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBuilds EV-friendly parking infrastructure to promote sustainable transportation and walkable urban areas, directly advancing transportation policy through funding and design improvements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Electric Vehicles

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Apr 2, 2026

S 561: An Act to streamline permitting for rail electrification

By Mr. Crighton, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 561) of Brendan P. Crighton for legislation to streamline permitting for rail electrification. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill streamlines permitting for rail electrification, promoting clean energy infrastructure by facilitating transition from diesel to electric rail systems, reducing fossil fuel dependence in transportation.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRail electrification reduces emissions; streamlining permits accelerates clean energy adoption in transportation, aligning with environmental protection goals.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationStreamlining rail electrification permits advances sustainable transportation infrastructure and aligns with promoting greener public transit systems.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Rail

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 26, 2026

H 1027: An Act to streamline permitting for rail electrification

By Representative Reid of Lynn, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1027) of Sean Reid relative to environmental impact statements for zero- or near-zero emission rail infrastructure. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyStreamlines permitting for zero-emission rail infrastructure, advancing clean energy transportation and reducing fossil fuel dependence.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill streamlines permitting for zero-emission rail infrastructure, reducing transportation emissions and advancing environmental protection per its summary and subject category.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill streamlines permitting for zero-emission rail infrastructure, directly advancing sustainable transportation infrastructure development.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Rail

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 2, 2026

H 450: An Act relative to protections for solar customers

By Representatives Owens of Watertown and Sylvia of Fairhaven, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 450) of Steven Owens relative to protections for solar customers. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly protects solar customers, promoting renewable energy adoption and consumer rights in solar energy sector, aligning with renewable energy support indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Solar

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 2, 2026

H 3199: An Act to establish a sales tax exemption for earth day

By Representative Michael J. Moran of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3199) of Michael J. Moran relative to establishing a sales tax exemption on Earth Day for purchases of “Energy Star” products, so-called, and hybrid motor vehicles. Revenue.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill creates sales tax exemption, reducing state revenue, aligning with tax break indicator for oppose.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill creates tax exemption for Energy Star products and hybrid vehicles, directly incentivizing energy-efficient purchases and aligning with energy efficiency promotion.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill incentivizes purchasing Energy Star products and hybrid vehicles via sales tax exemption, directly promoting energy efficiency and reduced emissions per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Tax Incentives

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 9, 2026

S 2244: An Act promoting resilience against the heat-related impacts of climate change

By Ms. Creem, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2244) of Cynthia Stone Creem for legislation to promote resilience against the heat-related impacts of climate change. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill focuses on climate resilience through Utilities/Energy committee, aligning with energy infrastructure adaptation needs against heat impacts.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly promotes resilience against heat-related climate change impacts, directly advancing environmental protection goals per topic description.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Climate Change

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