H 3545
An Act relative to energy conservation
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Bill overview
This bill addresses the allocation of costs for energy monitoring systems installed in rental housing units. It aims to clarify who is responsible for paying for these systems, potentially shifting the financial burden from tenants to landlords or utility companies. The bill was referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means and subsequently reported favorably. The bill is related to broader energy conservation efforts.
Key provisions
- Establishes guidelines for the cost allocation of energy monitoring systems in rental properties.
- Specifies potential parties responsible for the costs (landlords, tenants, or utilities).
- Addresses the installation and maintenance of these systems.
- Relates to broader energy conservation initiatives.
- Requires a hearing on the bill's provisions.
- Defers reporting date to March 18, 2026.
Who is affected
- Rental property owners/landlords
- Tenants in rental properties
- Utility companies
- The housing market in Massachusetts
Notable changes
- Clarifies financial responsibility for energy monitoring systems in rental housing.
- Potentially shifts costs from tenants to other parties.
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Primary sponsor
Angelo J. Puppolo Jr.
Cosponsor
Angelo J. Puppolo Jr.
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Bill H.3545 194th (Current)
An Act relative to energy conservation
By Representative Puppolo of Springfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3545) of Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr. relative to the allocation of costs of energy monitoring systems in certain rental housing. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr. Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.3545
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 9/15/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/25/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 9/25/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 09/25/2025 from 01:00 PM-04:30 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 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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