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MA S2115

MA S2115
Relative to the electrification of new and substantially remodeled or rehabilitated building


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Introduced
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation relative to the electrification of new and substantially remodeled or rehabilitated building. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

AI Summary

This bill aims to require the electrification of new and substantially remodeled or rehabilitated commercial buildings, as well as buildings containing residential dwelling units, for space heating and cooling, cooking, clothes drying, and hot water purposes, including for pools and spas. The bill sets specific emissions reduction targets for newly constructed or substantially remodeled biolabs and hospitals, with the goal of achieving net-zero carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e) emissions by 2050. The bill grants the Department of Energy Resources the authority to promulgate regulations and issue waivers in certain cases, and allows municipalities to adopt bylaws or ordinances regarding reporting and emissions reduction requirements for existing facilities.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2719 (on 04/08/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S2115
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S2115.pdf
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