H3497
An Act relative to a renewable portfolio standard review
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Bill overview
This bill directs a review of Massachusetts’ Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS). The RPS requires utilities to source a certain percentage of their electricity from renewable sources. The review aims to assess the effectiveness of the current RPS policy and identify potential improvements to further increase renewable energy adoption within the state. It will consider factors such as cost, feasibility, and environmental impact.
Key provisions
- Requires a review of the existing Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS).
- The review should assess the RPS’s effectiveness.
- The review should identify potential improvements to the RPS.
- The review must consider cost, feasibility, and environmental impact.
- The review will be conducted by a designated entity.
Who is affected
- Utilities
- Electricity consumers
- Renewable energy developers
- The Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources
- The Commonwealth
Notable changes
- The bill mandates a formal review of the RPS, potentially leading to adjustments in renewable energy targets or policies.
- The review process will inform future decisions regarding renewable energy development in Massachusetts.
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Primary sponsor
Jessica Ann Giannino
Cosponsor
Jessica Ann Giannino
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Bill H.3497 194th (Current)
An Act relative to a renewable portfolio standard review
By Representative Giannino of Revere, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3497) of Jessica Ann Giannino relative to a renewable portfolio standard review. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
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Presenter: Jessica Ann Giannino
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.3497
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 10/3/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/16/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 10/16/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 10/16/2025 from 01:00 PM-01:55 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 12/4/2025 | House | Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026 |
| 4/6/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5323 |
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