Bill > H3537

This bill amends Chapter 30A of the General Laws to expand participation rights in utility company regulatory proceedings, specifically for gas and electric companies. Under the proposed change, three groups would be allowed to participate as full parties in any adjudicatory proceeding involving a utility company's petition, approval request, or investigation: (1) municipalities located within the utility company's service area, (2) state legislators whose districts include ratepayers of the company, and (3) groups of at least 10 ratepayers of the company. This provision aims to increase community and consumer representation in regulatory processes that can significantly impact utility services and rates. By permitting these stakeholders to become full parties in proceedings, the bill seeks to ensure that local governments, elected representatives, and consumer groups can more directly advocate for their interests during utility regulatory decisions, potentially providing greater transparency and accountability in the regulation of gas and electric companies.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3537