Bill > S2255

This bill proposes to amend Chapter 164 of the General Laws by adding a new section that will prohibit energy suppliers, marketers, and brokers from executing new contracts or renewing existing generation service contracts with individual residential retail customers starting January 1, 2026. The legislation specifically exempts municipal aggregation plans and certain government-organized energy programs from this restriction. Any violation of this provision would be considered an unfair and deceptive act under Chapter 93A, which is Massachusetts' consumer protection law. The attorney general would be empowered to take legal action to enforce the provision, with the ability to seek restitution, civil penalties, injunctive relief, and other remedies available under the consumer protection statute. By restricting direct-to-consumer energy contracts, the bill appears aimed at protecting residential ratepayers from potentially predatory or misleading marketing practices in the energy supply market.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2255