Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Proposed Bill
HD 4569: An Act authorizing municipalities to impose a methane emissions surcharge and authorize non-pipeline alternatives
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HD 4569 is a proposed bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on April 17, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act authorizing municipalities to impose a methane emissions surcharge and authorize non-pipeline alternatives. Primary sponsor: Tommy Vitolo (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (April 17, 2025): Referred to the committee on House Rules.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Vitolo of Brookline, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Tommy Vitolo for legislation to authorize cities and towns to impose a methane emissions surcharge and non-pipeline alternatives. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tommy Vitolo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 15th Norfolk |
| Cynthia Creem | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Norfolk and Middlesex |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Referred to the committee on House Rules