Energy

introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 909: An Act providing for utility shutoff protections during periods of extreme heat

This bill draft (HD 909) proposes utility shutoff protections during extreme heat events, but the provided text is incomplete - it only states "DRAFT BEING WORKED ON BY HOUSE COUNSEL" with no substantive provisions. The summary section is empty, so specific mechanisms, affected groups, or policy details cannot be confirmed from the available context. Without finalized text, no concrete policy changes or direct impacts can be described. A complete summary requires the finalized bill language, which is not provided here.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill title explicitly provides utility shutoff protections during extreme heat, directly protecting utility consumers (support indicator for energy infrastructure stability).90% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 26, 2026

H 974: An Act relative to solar panel recycling

By Representative Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 974) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others relative to solar panel recycling. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill establishes recycling framework for solar panels, supporting renewable energy infrastructure lifecycle management and waste reduction in clean energy sector.92% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes recycling framework for solar panels under Environment committee, promoting resource conservation and reducing waste from renewable energy infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Solar Recycling

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 11, 2025

S 2242: An Act relative to the purchase of zero-emission vehicles in green communities

By Ms. Creem, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2242) of Cynthia Stone Creem for legislation relative to the purchase of zero-emission vehicles in green communities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill promotes zero-emission vehicle adoption, directly advancing renewable energy infrastructure and reducing fossil fuel dependence in green communities.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentPromotes zero-emission vehicle adoption in green communities, directly reducing transportation emissions and advancing environmental protection goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 15, 2025

S 2283: An Act promoting responsible end-of-life management for electric and hybrid vehicle batteries

By Mr. Finegold, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2283) of Barry R. Finegold for legislation to promote responsible end-of-life management for electric and hybrid vehicle batteries. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill promotes responsible end-of-life management for EV/hybrid batteries, supporting clean energy infrastructure and reducing fossil fuel dependence through sustainable EV adoption.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 18, 2025

S 1435: An Act authorizing Barnstable County to establish an energy revolving loan fund

By Mr. Cyr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1435) of Julian Cyr for legislation to authorize Barnstable County to establish an energy revolving loan fund. Municipalities and Regional Government.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyAuthorizes Barnstable County to establish an energy revolving loan fund, enabling financing for energy projects like renewables and efficiency, aligning with investment in clean energy infrastructure.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House May 7, 2026

H 3178: An Act establishing an electric agricultural and landscape equipment tax credit

By Representative Markey of Dartmouth, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3178) of Christopher M. Markey relative to establishing an electric agricultural and landscape equipment tax credit. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes tax credit for electric agricultural equipment, providing tax relief per revenue subject and aligning with support indicators.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyTax credit for electric agricultural equipment promotes renewable energy adoption and reduces fossil fuel dependence in energy-intensive sectors.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentPromotes electric equipment adoption via tax credit, reducing emissions in agriculture/landscaping - directly aligns with clean energy promotion for environmental protection.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 30, 2026

H 2904: An Act authorizing independent retirement systems to divest from fossil fuel companies

By Representative Luddy of Orleans and Senator Fernandes, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2904) of Hadley Luddy and Dylan A. Fernandes relative to authorizing independent retirement systems to divest from fossil fuel companies. Public Service.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyAuthorizes divestment from fossil fuels, reducing reliance on non-renewable energy sources and aligning with renewable energy promotion policies.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentAuthorizes retirement systems to divest from fossil fuels, reducing financial support for polluting energy sources and advancing environmental protection goals.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 9, 2026

H 3357: An Act relative to responsibly reducing emissions in the transportation sector

By Representative Howitt of Seekonk, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3357) of Steven S. Howitt and others relative to state purchased trucks and certain clean trucks regulations. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates clean trucks regulations for state-purchased vehicles, directly advancing emissions reduction in transportation through cleaner energy adoption, aligning with renewable energy promotion indicators.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates clean truck regulations for state vehicles to reduce transportation emissions, directly advancing environmental protection goals.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates clean truck regulations to reduce transportation emissions, directly promoting sustainable transportation infrastructure and vehicle standards.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 11, 2025

S 2185: An Act relative to responsibly reducing emissions in the transportation sector

By Mr. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2185) of Michael O. Moore, Michael D. Brady, James K. Hawkins, Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr. and other members of the General Court for legislation to responsibly reducing emissions in the transportation sector. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly targets emissions reduction in transportation, aligning with renewable energy adoption and fossil fuel dependence reduction goals.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly aims to 'responsibly reducing emissions in the transportation sector,' directly aligning with environmental protection and pollution control indicators.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill explicitly targets reducing transportation emissions, aligning with sustainable transportation promotion as per indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 9, 2026

H 3406: An Act relative to responsibly reducing emissions in the transportation sector

By Representative Puppolo of Springfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3406) of Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr., and others relative to reducing emissions in the transportation sector. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly targets emissions reduction in transportation, advancing clean energy transition and reducing fossil fuel dependence in a key energy sector.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly aims to reduce transportation emissions, directly aligning with environmental protection and pollution control indicators.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill explicitly aims to reduce emissions in transportation sector, directly promoting sustainable transportation through regulatory oversight.90% confidence

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