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MA S578
To consider adoption of aspects of the German Green Dot Waste Reduction Standards
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Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to consider adoption of aspects of the German Green Dot Waste Reduction Standards. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to amend the Massachusetts General Laws to address various waste management issues in the state. It aims to adopt aspects of the German Green Dot Waste Reduction Standards, which focus on reducing packaging waste through improved design and voluntary initiatives. The bill establishes a Massachusetts Climate Action Advisory Council (MCAAC) under the Department of Conservation Services, comprising experts, legislators, business representatives, and educators, to consider these standards and other environmental policies. The provisions of the bill are intended to provide consistency in waste management practices across the state, allowing local authorities to utilize the regulations at their discretion.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2734 (on 03/03/2022)
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S578 |
Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S578.pdf |
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