H4052

Sparking the construction of 21st century buildings

Introduced·4/22/25
Introduced Text

Establishes a specialized stretch energy code for Massachusetts buildings, including solar panel requirements and net-zero building standards.

The bill proposes a specialized stretch energy code for Massachusetts buildings, incorporating the latest International Energy Conservation Code and more stringent energy-efficiency provisions. It mandates solar photovoltaic panel installation for suitable buildings and requires buildings to be made photovoltaic ready. The code also includes net-zero building performance standards and criteria for siting, zoning, and permitting small clean energy infrastructure facilities.

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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

Oct 29, 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

Oct 17, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 10/29/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1