H3465

Promoting the adoption of renewable energy for heating, cooling and hot water

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Promotes the use of renewable energy for heating, cooling, and hot water in Massachusetts.

The bill amends zoning laws to encourage the use of renewable energy systems for heating, cooling, and hot water. It requires municipalities to consider renewable energy plans in building permits and prohibits unreasonable restrictions on renewable energy installations. It also provides a property tax exemption for heat pump systems used for heating or energy needs for 20 years from installation.

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Where it stands

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In committee
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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Sep 25, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy Hearing

Sep 25, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy Hearing

History

Apr 6

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5325

Dec 4, 2025

House

Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Sep 25, 2025

Joint

Hearing rescheduled to 09/25/2025 from 01:00 PM-04:30 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time