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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 protect water systems through the labeling of flushable wipes. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
AI Summary
This bill aims to protect water systems by regulating the labeling of flushable wipes. It defines "covered products" as non-woven disposable items like moist toilet tissue or cleaning wipes, and requires manufacturers to label products that do not meet "flushability" performance standards with a "Do Not Flush" notice. The bill prohibits manufacturers from making any claims about a product's flushability if it does not meet the standards, and gives the Department of Environmental Protection authority to enforce the labeling requirements and collect civil penalties for violations. The bill would take effect on January 1, 2022.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (12)
Jamie Eldridge (D)*,
Linda Campbell (D),
Jo Comerford (D),
Diana Dizoglio (D),
Carolyn Dykema (D),
Anne Gobi (D),
Eric Lesser (D),
Mike Moore (D),
Patrick O'Connor (R),
Tom Stanley (D),
Walter Timilty (D),
John Velis (D),
Last Action
Accompanied H897 (on 03/24/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S529 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S529.pdf |
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