Massachusetts Senate passes $14 billion energy-affordability bill

The legislation aims to lower utility costs in a state with among the nation's highest rates through changes to energy procurement and efficiency measures, drawing support from solar industry groups.

First covered Jul 2, 2026 · 4:46 AM PT · 2 articles · no longer in the live window

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45d Canary Media Major energy-affordability bill passes Massachusetts Senate — The Massachusetts Senate yesterday passed a sweeping energy-affordability bill that aims to save residents $14 billion over 10 years in a state that has some…

45d PV Tech US SEIA ‘applauds’ Massachusetts energy bill — The Massachusetts Senate’s new energy efficiency legislation has been broadly welcomed by US solar industry and clean energy representatives.

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malegislature.gov Amendment S.3143

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