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MA Governor Vows Winter Gas, Electric Utility Bill Relief: See How Much You Might Save
The administration will cut residential electric bills by 10-25% and gas bills by 10% this winter using $180 million from alternative compliance payment funds.
- Governor Maura Healey announced $180 million in existing state funds to cut Massachusetts residential electric bills 25% and gas bills 10% for February and March, with discounts starting in February.
- To pay for the cuts, the state will tap alternative compliance payment funds, and Healey cited prior relief including $220 million sent to residents last year.
- The five utilities plan to implement the discounts during the winter months, with most recovering costs later via higher off-peak charges, including a six-month recovery window.
- Healey framed the measure as part of her re-election message, tying relief to criticism of President Donald Trump and shaping her campaign narrative around economic relief in Thursday’s address.
- The DPU has launched an investigation into billing practices as Healey presses the regulator, with the state budget plan release on Wednesday and the MBTA facing a $560 million deficit this month.
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Governor Maura Healey announced on January 21, 2026 a plan to reduce electricity bills by 25% and natural gas bills by 10% during February and March, benefiting all residents of Massachusetts. The state will cover $180 million with existing funds. “I called service companies to lower bills this winter, and now relief comes,” Governor Healey said. “We also know that long-term help is needed. That’s why we’re going to continue to work every day to…
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