Governor Maura Healey today called for swift action and passage of her energy affordability legislation to lower energy bills and rein in utility spending. “It is absolutely outrageous that, at a time when the people of Massachusetts are struggling to pay their energy bills, utility spending, profits and shareholder payouts are skyrocketing,” said Governor Healey. Massachusetts ratepayers shouldn’t be footing the bill for unnecessary utility spending or excessive profits. Passing my energy affordability legislation will ensure ratepayers are getting the best deal for energy, eliminate unnecessary charges from people’s bills, rein in utility spending and profits, and lower costs. Governor Healey and AG Campbell opposed this proposal and rallied all New England Governors to oppose the proposal.