Mass-Save Three-year Plan

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Progress

Where this bill stands in the legislative process.

Introduced
Passed Senate
Passed House
To Governor
Became Law

Overview

This bill, Mass-Save Three-year Plan, aims to establish a framework for reducing energy consumption and costs in Massachusetts. It proposes creating an electric rates task force to analyze current costs, establishes a process for reviewing and potentially reducing electric rates, and mandates a public hearing and comment period before rate increases. The bill also includes provisions for establishing a veteran utility rate reduction program and a program for seniors, and requires an audit of energy efficiency programs.

Key provisions

Establishes an electric rates task force to analyze and recommend changes to electric rates.
Requires a public hearing and comment period before approving rate increases.
Creates a veteran utility rate reduction program.
Creates a program for seniors to receive discounts on utility bills.
Mandates an independent forensic audit of energy efficiency programs.
Requires a three-year moratorium on new charges imposed on ratepayers.
Establishes a commission to review charges imposed on ratepayers.
Requires the Department of Public Utilities to hold at least one public hearing and a 30-day public comment period before approving any rate increase.