S2264
An Act relative to consumer protection for residential solar customers
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Bill overview
This bill aims to strengthen consumer protections for homeowners who purchase residential solar energy systems in Massachusetts. It seeks to ensure transparency in contracts, require clear disclosures about system performance and costs, and establish a process for resolving disputes between customers and solar installers. The bill also addresses issues related to system decommissioning and the return of equipment at the end of the solar panel’s lifespan.
Key provisions
- Requires solar installers to provide clear and comprehensive contract disclosures.
- Establishes a process for resolving disputes between homeowners and installers.
- Addresses the return of solar equipment at the end of the system’s lifespan.
- Mandates transparency regarding system performance guarantees.
- Requires installers to provide accurate estimates of energy production.
- Includes provisions for addressing issues related to system decommissioning.
- Creates a framework for addressing potential issues with system warranties.
Who is affected
- Homeowners
- Residential Solar Installers
- Energy Consumers
- The Solar Energy Industry
- Massachusetts Residents
Notable changes
- Introduces a formal dispute resolution process for solar customers.
- Clarifies responsibilities regarding system decommissioning and equipment return.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Jr. William J. Driscoll
Cosponsors
Joanne M. Comerford
Jr. William J. Driscoll
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Bill S.2264 194th (Current)
An Act relative to consumer protection for residential solar customers
By Mr. Driscoll, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2264) of William J. Driscoll, Jr. for legislation relative to consumer protection for residential solar customers. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: William J. Driscoll, Jr. Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.2264
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 9/30/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/09/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 12/15/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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