Major Energy-Affordability Bill Passes Massachusetts Senate

Here are the strong elements of House and Senate energy legislation that should be included in the final bill

HIGH PRICES AT the pump and rising utility bills mean that energy affordability is top of mind right now. At the same time, the recent heat dome over New England is a dire reminder that the climate crisis is only getting worse – while it drives those utility bills even higher. Luckily, lawmakers are considering commonsense steps we can take in Massachusetts to make our energy more affordable while addressing climate change. The energy bills rece…

As heat blazes past 90, Massachusetts Senate passes bill promising $14 billion in energy savings

With Massachusetts sweltering through 90-degree days last week, senators voted for a broad energy package they say can lower bills without backing away from the state's climate goals. Supporters say the proposal would cut ratepayer costs by at least $14 billion over 10 years, while expanding access to solar power and protecting residents during dangerous heat. The Senate passed the energy affordability measure, called Amendment S. 3143, on Wedne…

Major Energy-Affordability Bill Passes Massachusetts Senate

The Massachusetts Senate yesterday passed a sweeping energy-affordability bill that aims to save residents $14 billion over 10 years in a state that has some of the country’s highest utility costs.

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