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MA H4690
Bill
Status
Introduced
4/24/2025
Primary Sponsor
Kelly Pease
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AI Summary
- Imposes an 18-month moratorium on new permits for construction or operation of lithium battery storage facilities in Massachusetts, effective immediately upon passage
- Facilities with final approval prior to the effective date may proceed with construction and operation
- Establishes a study commission to assess environmental, public health, and safety risks of lithium battery storage, including fire hazards, contamination risks, and emergency response challenges
- Commission members include the Secretary of Energy and Environmental Affairs (chair), State Fire Marshal, DEP Commissioner, municipal representatives, and experts appointed by the Governor, Attorney General, Speaker, and Senate President
- Commission must submit final report with regulatory and legislative recommendations within 12 months; moratorium expires after 18 months or when Legislature enacts new regulations based on recommendations, whichever occurs first
Legislative Description
Establishing a temporary moratorium on the siting of lithium battery storage facilities
Last Action
Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026
12/4/2025
Committee Referrals
Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy10/23/2025
Rules4/24/2025
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