An Act relative to current and future electric rates
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill establishes a task force, including members of the General Court, to investigate the current and future costs of electricity in Massachusetts. The task force will examine factors contributing to rising rates and explore potential solutions. The goal is to gain a comprehensive understanding of the challenges facing consumers and the electricity sector in the state. Ultimately, the task force’s findings will inform potential policy changes.
Key provisions
- Establish a task force to investigate electric rates.
- The task force will include members of the General Court.
- The task force will examine the factors driving current and future electricity costs.
- The task force will explore potential solutions to address rising rates.
- The task force is scheduled to hold a hearing on June 4, 2025.
Who is affected
- Electricity consumers in Massachusetts
- Electric utilities in Massachusetts
- The Massachusetts General Court
Notable changes
- The bill directs a task force to conduct a thorough investigation into the causes of rising electricity rates.
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Primary sponsor
Jeffrey N. Roy
Cosponsors
Christopher Hendricks
Jeffrey N. Roy
Kenneth P. Sweezey
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