H4144

Relative to energy affordability, independence and innovation

Introduced·5/15/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H4144 aims to enhance energy affordability, independence, and innovation.

H4144 focuses on energy affordability by reforming ratepayer programs, introducing a solar incentive program, and establishing labor standards for geothermal work. It promotes energy independence through measures like flexible interconnection programs, enabling gas companies to own geothermal heat loops, and allowing utilities to invest in customer-owned energy equipment. The bill also fosters innovation by updating the statutory framework for energy projects and authorizing the Department of Energy Resources to conduct clean energy solicitations.

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Where it stands

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Sponsors

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Calendar

Jun 25, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy Hearing

History

Apr 6

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5324

Dec 4, 2025

House

Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Jun 16, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 06/25/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2