H4126
An Act to align public pensions with Massachusetts’ net zero future
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Bill overview
This bill aims to ensure that Massachusetts’ public pension systems are aligned with the state’s goals of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. It directs the state’s pension management boards to consider climate risks and opportunities when making investment decisions. The bill seeks to incorporate climate-related factors into the long-term financial planning of public pension funds, promoting sustainable investment practices. This will help protect the pension funds and the state’s climate goals.
Key provisions
- Requires pension boards to assess climate-related risks and opportunities.
- Directs pension boards to incorporate climate considerations into investment strategies.
- Promotes investments in sustainable and climate-resilient assets.
- Supports the state’s broader net-zero emissions goals.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts public pension systems
- Pension fund managers
- State government employees and retirees
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Bill H.4126 194th (Current)
An Act to align public pensions with Massachusetts’ net zero future
By Representative Uyterhoeven of Somerville, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4126) of Erika Uyterhoeven for legislation to align public pensions with Massachusetts’ net zero future. Public Service.
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Presenter: Erika Uyterhoeven
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.4126
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 5/12/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Public Service |
| 5/15/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 7/7/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/16/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| House | Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order | |
| 3/30/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27) |
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