Bill > S534

This bill proposes to reform the Toxic Use Reduction Act (TURA) in Massachusetts. The key provisions include: 1. Reducing the frequency of toxics use reduction plan preparation from every two years to every six years or when a new toxic substance is first used at a facility. 2. Changing the timeline for plan updates from every two years to every six years. 3. Requiring large quantity toxics users to file a plan summary with the department on or before July 1 of the year the plan is due. 4. Extending the certification period for toxics use reduction planners and trainers from not more than six years to not more than six years with additional six-year renewal periods. 5. Limiting the continuing education requirements for initial recertification and renewal to 45 hours per certification period for some individuals and 36 hours per certification period for others. 6. Exempting the use of toxic substances that are mandated by law, regulation, or government design specifications from fee requirements under the Act.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S534