H 3504
An Act establishing the gateway cities renewable, efficient, and electrified neighborhoods initiative
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Bill overview
This bill establishes the Gateway Cities Renewable, Efficient, and Electrified Neighborhoods Initiative. The initiative aims to support and encourage renewable energy, energy efficiency, and electrification projects in designated gateway cities throughout Massachusetts. It intends to foster sustainable development and reduce carbon emissions in these communities. The bill is intended to address environmental and economic challenges faced by gateway cities.
Key provisions
- Designates gateway cities for participation in the initiative.
- Supports renewable energy projects within these cities.
- Promotes energy efficiency upgrades in buildings and infrastructure.
- Encourages electrification of transportation and heating systems.
- Provides resources and technical assistance to gateway cities.
- Facilitates collaboration between local governments, utilities, and community organizations.
- Establishes a process for prioritizing projects based on sustainability and community needs.
- Requires reporting on the initiative's progress and outcomes.
Who is affected
- Gateway cities in Massachusetts
- Residents of gateway cities
- Utilities serving gateway cities
- Local governments in gateway cities
- Environmental organizations
Notable changes
- Focuses on a comprehensive approach to sustainability in gateway cities.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Natalie M. Higgins
Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
Michael P. Kushmerek
Natalie M. Higgins
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Bill H.3504 194th (Current)
An Act establishing the gateway cities renewable, efficient, and electrified neighborhoods initiative
By Representatives Higgins of Leominster and Kushmerek of Fitchburg, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3504) of Natalie M. Higgins and Michael P. Kushmerek relative to establishing the gateway cities renewable, efficient, and electrified neighborhoods initiative. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
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Presenters: Natalie M. Higgins , Michael P. Kushmerek
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.3504
| 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 |
| 4/6/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5323 |
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