Bill > H3488

This bill requires the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources (DOER) to conduct a comprehensive analysis of regulations related to greenhouse gas emissions limits, specifically focusing on their potential economic impacts. The analysis must include three key components: (1) assessing the increased cost burden of each regulatory provision compared to what costs would be without those provisions, (2) evaluating the aggregate impact of these regulations on housing affordability, and (3) identifying potential incentives, subsidies, or programs that could offset the increased compliance costs and ensure that the regulations do not negatively impact housing production costs. The commissioner of DOER is mandated to complete this analysis and submit a detailed report to the joint committee on telecommunications, utilities and energy, as well as the chairs of the house and senate committees on ways and means, by December 31, 2026. This bill appears to be part of a broader effort to balance environmental regulations with economic considerations, particularly in the context of housing development and energy efficiency standards.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3488