Bill > S485

This bill aims to reform the Toxic Use Reduction Act (TURA) in Massachusetts. The key provisions are: 1. It changes the schedule for large quantity toxics users to prepare and complete a toxics use reduction plan, from once every three years to once every six years or when a new toxic substance is first used at a facility. 2. It requires large quantity toxics users to file a plan summary with the department every six years instead of every three years. 3. It extends the certification period for toxics use reduction planners from not more than three years to not more than six years, with the option to renew for additional six-year periods. 4. It limits the continuing education requirements for initial recertification and renewal of toxics use reduction planners to 45 hours per certification period for individuals certified under one provision, and 36 hours per certification period for individuals certified under another provision. 5. It exempts the requirement to pay fees under TURA for the use of toxic substances that are mandated by law, regulation, or other governmental authority requirements.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S485