H4690

Establishing a temporary moratorium on the siting of lithium battery storage facilities

Introduced·4/24/25
Introduced Text

Establishes a temporary moratorium on siting new lithium battery storage facilities in Massachusetts.

This bill establishes a temporary moratorium on the siting of new lithium battery storage facilities in Massachusetts. It prohibits the issuance of new permits for such facilities for 18 months. Facilities that had already received final approval before the effective date of the act may proceed, provided they comply with all applicable safety and environmental regulations. A study commission will assess the risks and recommend regulatory actions.

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Calendar

Nov 13, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy Hearing

Nov 13, 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

Nov 4, 2025

Joint

Hearing rescheduled to 11/13/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2 and Virtual Hearing location changed