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MA S566

Resolve providing for an investigation and study of enhancing statewide recycling programs


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Introduced
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to provide for an investigation and study of enhancing statewide recycling programs. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.

AI Summary

This bill proposes an investigation and study by the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs to enhance statewide recycling programs and municipal waste management in Massachusetts. The study would identify the fiscal impact, statutory and regulatory barriers, existing laws and regulations, grant programs, new and existing technologies, and the need for new infrastructure. It would also explore the feasibility of expanding public space and urban center recycling, curbside and multi-unit dwelling recycling, composting initiatives, and a statewide single-stream recycling pilot program. Additionally, the study would assess the viability and costs associated with single-stream diverted material, including a cost-benefit analysis, and explore the feasibility of implementing a data-based sunset provision to the Massachusetts bottle deposit law. The office would report its findings and recommendations to the legislature by December 31, 2021.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2734 (on 03/03/2022)

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