Energy (Electric Vehicles)

introduced · Massachusetts · House Mar 12, 2025

H 11: Legislative recommendations of the Office of the Inspector General

H 11 is a procedural bill transmitting six legislative recommendations from the Office of the Inspector General to the Massachusetts General Court for the 2025-2026 session. These recommendations include updating procurement thresholds for municipalities, exempting snow removal services from certain rules, streamlining electric vehicle and charging infrastructure procurement, strengthening enforcement for electricity suppliers, clarifying county land disposal processes, and creating a Recovery Fund for the Inspector General. The bill itself does not enact policy changes but formally submits these proposals for legislative consideration. It directly affects state procurement practices, county governments, and electricity suppliers without making any direct policy adjustments.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyStreamlines electric vehicle and charging infrastructure procurement, advancing clean energy infrastructure development.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles

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introduced · Massachusetts · Senate Jan 6, 2025

SD 9: Massachusetts Clean Energy Center Electric Vehicle Projection 2024 Report

Report of the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (pursuant to Section 86 of Chapter 179 of the Acts of 2022) submitting its Massachusetts Clean Energy Center Electric Vehicle Projection 2024 report

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandated report on EV projections aligns with advancing clean energy infrastructure and tracking renewable energy adoption goals.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Renewable Energy

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 1106: An Act relative to electric vehicle charging stations

HD 1106 requires drivers parking non-compatible vehicles in publicly available electric vehicle (EV) charging spots to pay fines ($50 for first offense, $100 for repeat). It also grants the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (DOT) authority to lease land near highways - including safety rest areas and inspection stations - for installing new EV charging stations. The bill directly affects EV drivers using public charging infrastructure and DOT in planning station locations. It takes effect immediately upon passage, creating concrete rules for station access and expansion.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill promotes EV infrastructure by enforcing proper charging spot use and enabling DOT to expand station locations, directly advancing clean energy infrastructure adoption.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires fines for non-EV vehicles in EV spots and authorizes DOT to lease highway land for new EV charging stations, directly advancing sustainable transportation infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Electric Vehicles

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 3189: An Act relative to sales tax exemption

HD 3189 creates a sales tax exemption for the first $50,000 of the retail price of qualifying zero-emission vehicles. This applies specifically to battery electric vehicles and fuel cell powered vehicles purchased by consumers. The exemption directly reduces upfront costs for buyers of these vehicles, as they pay no sales tax on the initial $50,000 of the purchase price. The bill defines "qualifying vehicles" precisely to ensure only eligible zero-emission models receive the exemption.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates sales tax exemption for EV buyers, reducing tax burden on consumers per bill's explicit language.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyExempts sales tax on zero-emission vehicles, reducing upfront costs to promote EV adoption and reduce fossil fuel dependence95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentExempts sales tax on zero-emission vehicles to lower costs, directly promoting adoption and reducing transportation emissions per bill summary.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationPromotes sustainable transportation by reducing upfront costs for zero-emission vehicles through sales tax exemption, aligning with key support indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Tax Incentives Electric Vehicles Energy Storage Electric Vehicles

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 3873: An Act relative to transit expansion, electrification and resiliency

HD 3873 establishes new vehicle registration fees and surcharges in Massachusetts, directly affecting all vehicle owners and rental/parking businesses. It introduces a "Green Fee" based on vehicle type (e.g., $30 for standard cars, $15 for electric vehicles), an "Emissions Fee" of $0.001 per mile driven since the last inspection, and 5% surcharges on car rentals and parking. Revenue from these fees will fund the new "Transportation and Environment Equity Fund," which will support transportation and environmental projects. The bill does not create new transit infrastructure but instead modifies vehicle registration and inspection systems to generate dedicated funding.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesImposes new vehicle fees (Green/Emissions Fees, surcharges) to fund transportation projects, directly increasing tax revenue for public spending95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill includes lower Green Fee for EVs ($15 vs $30) and funds electrification/resiliency projects via Transportation and Environment Equity Fund, directly promoting renewable energy adoption.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentLower EV registration fees ($15 vs $30), emissions-based mileage fee, and dedicated 'Transportation and Environment Equity Fund' directly incentivize clean transportation and reduce emissions.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds transportation projects via Green Fee, Emissions Fee, and surcharges, directly supporting transit expansion, electrification, and resiliency as stated in bill title and summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Fees & Licensing Electric Vehicles Transportation Funding Vehicle Registration

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 137: 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 reducing transportation emissions, advancing renewable energy adoption and reducing fossil fuel dependence in a major energy-consuming sector.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly aims to reduce transportation emissions, directly aligning with environmental protection goals per its title and summary.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill explicitly targets emissions reduction in transportation, aligning with sustainable transportation promotion per indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 4, 2025

S 2316: An Act establishing a resilient electric vehicle charging system pilot program and river restoration fund and veterans and emergency responders’ fund

By Mr. Oliveira, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2316) of Jacob R. Oliveira and Todd M. Smola for legislation to establish a resilient electric vehicle charging system pilot program and river restoration fund and veterans and emergency responders’ fund. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyEstablishes EV charging infrastructure pilot under energy committee, directly promoting clean energy adoption and electric vehicle infrastructure investment.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly establishes a 'veterans and emergency responders’ fund,' directly funding veteran services per topic description.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles

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passed · Massachusetts · House May 7, 2026

H 3066: An Act investing in clean transportation

By Representative Cusack of Braintree, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3066) of Mark J. Cusack for legislation to further regulate the taxation of certain common carriers. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill regulates taxation of common carriers to generate revenue, aligning with funding public programs (clean transportation) as indicated in title and 'Revenue' in summary.85% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill title explicitly states 'investing in clean transportation,' aligning with renewable energy infrastructure promotion and reducing fossil fuel dependence.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill title explicitly states 'investing in clean transportation' with revenue focus, aligning with funding sustainable transit projects per indicators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Transportation Funding

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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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