H3973
An Act relative to collective procurement of energy supply
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Bill overview
This bill aims to establish a process for Massachusetts cities and towns to collectively purchase energy supplies, potentially leading to lower costs for residents and businesses. It seeks to leverage the purchasing power of multiple local entities to negotiate better rates with energy providers. The bill establishes a framework for coordinating energy procurement efforts across the state. This would help reduce energy expenses for consumers and municipalities.
Key provisions
- Establishes a framework for collective energy procurement.
- Allows cities and towns to participate in group purchasing agreements.
- Focuses on securing competitive energy rates.
- Promotes cost savings for consumers and municipalities.
- Requires the Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) Secretary to oversee the process.
Who is affected
- Cities and towns in Massachusetts
- Residents of Massachusetts
- Businesses in Massachusetts
- Energy providers
- The Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) Secretary
Notable changes
- Creates a new mechanism for local governments to negotiate energy contracts.
- Potentially reduces energy costs for consumers and municipalities.
- May shift the balance of power in energy procurement towards local entities.
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Primary sponsor
Michael P. Kushmerek
Cosponsors
John J. Cronin
Michael P. Kushmerek
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Bill H.3973 194th (Current)
An Act relative to collective procurement of energy supply
By Representative Kushmerek of Fitchburg and Senator Cronin, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3973) of Michael P. Kushmerek and John J. Cronin relative to collective procurement of energy supply. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
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Bill Information
Presenters: Michael P. Kushmerek , John J. Cronin Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.3973
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 3/31/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy |
| 4/3/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 5/28/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/04/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 9/2/2025 | House | Reporting date extended to Wednesday, December 3, 2025 |
| 12/4/2025 | House | Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026 |
| 3/23/2026 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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