Healey Promises Cheaper Energy Bills With New Executive Order But Homeowners Are Not Convinced

CBS Boston

Updated on: March 18, 2026

Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey promised cheaper energy bills with a new executive order, but homeowners said that they weren't convinced by the offer.

"I'm mad," said Michael Polizzotti from Dracut as he looked at his most recent home heating bill, which was over $600. "You can't tell me that our energy costs have jumped this much."

Polizzotti and his wife had Mass Save come and install additional insulation last year; they have new insulated curtains, and they never set their thermostat above 67 degrees. Still, he says he's seen a 35 percent increase in his bill.

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