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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 19, 2026

H 1050: An Act establishing a Massachusetts flood risk protection program

By Representatives Shand of Newburyport and Armini of Marblehead, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1050) of Dawne Shand and Jennifer Balinsky Armini for legislation to assess the current and future flood risk to property statewide. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEstablishes flood risk protection program under Environment committee, addressing climate-related hazards and property protection through risk assessment.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Coastal & Flood Protection

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 5111: An Act authorizing the town of Nantucket conservation commission to convey a certain parcel of land situated in the town for purposes of conveyance to the town of Nantucket under the care, custody, management and control of the select board and the town of Nantucket to convey certain land in the town of Nantucket held for open space, passive recreation or conservation purposes to the Nantucket islands land bank for the purposes pursuant to its legislation and/or to the Sconset Trust, Inc. For open space, conservation and passive recreation purposes

HD 5111 allows the town of Nantucket to transfer specific parcels of land - including 35 Grove Lane, portions of Low Beach Road, and areas along Hawthorne Avenue - to the Nantucket Islands Land Bank or the Sconset Trust, Inc. for conservation, open space, and passive recreation purposes. The town's Select Board will determine the terms of each transfer, including any restrictions or easements. This bill applies to land the town currently owns and holds for conservation use. It is authorized under a constitutional provision that permits these transfers without conflicting with other state laws.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill transfers land to conservation entities (Nantucket Islands Land Bank/Sconset Trust) specifically for open space, conservation, and passive recreation purposes, directly advancing environmental protection through land preservation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Apr 17, 2025

HD 4569: An Act authorizing municipalities to impose a methane emissions surcharge and authorize non-pipeline alternatives

By Representative Vitolo of Brookline, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Tommy Vitolo for legislation to authorize cities and towns to impose a methane emissions surcharge and non-pipeline alternatives. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMethane surcharge targets fossil fuel emissions; non-pipeline alternatives promote cleaner energy infrastructure over traditional gas systems, aligning with renewable transition goals.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentAuthorizes methane emissions surcharge and non-pipeline alternatives, directly targeting emissions reduction and promoting cleaner energy solutions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Pipeline Infrastructure

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 4, 2025

S 2286: An Act establishing a Zero Carbon Renovation Fund

By Mr. Gomez, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2286) of Adam Gomez, James K. Hawkins, Jacob R. Oliveira, James B. Eldridge and other members of the General Court for legislation to establish a zero carbon renovation fund. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyEstablishes a zero carbon renovation fund targeting energy infrastructure upgrades, directly advancing clean energy standards and reducing emissions through dedicated funding.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEstablishes fund for zero carbon renovations, directly reducing emissions and promoting clean energy infrastructure per bill title and summary.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 25, 2026

H 962: An Act relative to the use of chlorpyrifos in the Commonwealth

By Representative Gordon of Bedford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 962) of Kenneth I. Gordon relative to the use of chlorpyrifos in the Commonwealth. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill seeks to regulate chlorpyrifos, a pesticide linked to environmental harm and wildlife toxicity, aligning with environmental protection goals by restricting harmful chemical use.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 26, 2026

H 991: An Act ensuring safe drinking water in schools

By Representative Lipper-Garabedian of Melrose, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 991) of Kate Lipper-Garabedian and others relative to safe drinking water in schools. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill directly addresses safe drinking water in schools under Environment and Natural Resources, protecting public health from water contamination, a key environmental protection measure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 30, 2026

H 920: An Act for the establishment of a voucher program for home water filtration equipment

By Representative Connolly of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 920) of Mike Connolly, John R. Gaskey and Bud L. Williams for legislation to establish a voucher program for home water filtration equipment. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes water filtration vouchers under Environment subject, directly addressing water quality protection by reducing household contaminants.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 6, 2026

H 3480: An Act transferring the Massachusetts Community Climate Bank to the Massachusetts Clean Energy Technology Center

By Representative Domb of Amherst, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3480) of Mindy Domb relative to transferring the Massachusetts Community Climate Bank to the Massachusetts Clean Energy Technology Center. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyTransfers Community Climate Bank to Clean Energy Technology Center, directing funds toward renewable energy infrastructure and climate initiatives.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentTransfers Climate Bank to Clean Energy Technology Center, advancing climate initiatives and clean energy funding without weakening protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 26, 2026

H 947: An Act relative to brownsfields assessment and remediation funds accessibility

By Representative Garry of Dracut, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 947) of Colleen M. Garry relative to communities being granted Brownsfields Assessment and Remediation Funds, notwithstanding the participation of the regional planning organization. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill provides funding for brownfields remediation, directly cleaning contaminated sites and advancing environmental protection under Environment and Natural Resources.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 25, 2026

S 2281: An Act bringing Mass Save in line with climate mandates

By Mr. Fernandes, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2281) of Dylan A. Fernandes for legislation to bring MassSave in line with climate mandates. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill aligns MassSave energy efficiency program with climate mandates, strengthening renewable energy infrastructure and efficiency standards per climate goals.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly aligns MassSave energy efficiency program with climate mandates, advancing environmental protection and emissions reduction goals.95% confidence

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