Bill > H777

This bill proposes to amend the definitions of "compact fluorescent lamp" and "linear fluorescent lamp" in the General Laws of Massachusetts. It bans the sale and distribution of screw or bayonet base type compact fluorescent lamps starting January 1, 2024, and pin-base type compact fluorescent lamps and linear fluorescent lamps starting January 1, 2025. The bill includes exceptions for lamps used for specific purposes, such as medical, research, and photometric applications. It also empowers the Department of Energy Resources to enforce the law, issue warnings and civil penalties for violations, and adopt further regulations as necessary. Additionally, the bill directs the Department to consult with relevant agencies to offer incentives and rebates for homeowners to convert to high-efficiency lighting technologies.