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MA H805

Relative to regulating the septic industry


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Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
03/14/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to septic system inspections. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.

AI Summary

This bill amends Chapter 21A of the Massachusetts General Laws to require septic system inspectors to take and submit photographs as part of their inspection reports to local approving authorities. The bill also prohibits inspectors from recommending specific septic system installers to property owners and instead requires them to provide a list of approved installers prepared by the local board of health. The bill establishes penalties, including fines and license suspensions, for violations of these requirements.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Labor and Employment

Sponsors (7)

Last Action

Accompanied a new draft, see H4311 (on 01/21/2020)

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