H3537

Ensuring ratepayer and community representation in utility company regulatory proceedings

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Allows municipalities, legislators, and ratepayer groups to participate in utility regulatory proceedings.

This bill amends the General Laws to ensure broader participation in regulatory proceedings for gas and electric companies. Specifically, it allows municipalities within the service area, members of the general court, and groups of at least 10 ratepayers to participate as full parties in such proceedings. This aims to enhance representation and accountability in utility company regulatory matters.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Jun 4, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy Hearing

History

Apr 6

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5323

Dec 4, 2025

House

Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Sep 2, 2025

House

Reporting date extended to Wednesday, December 3, 2025