Bill
Bill > S449
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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/12/2024
02/12/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
By Ms. Creem, a petition of Cynthia Stone Creem that provisions be made for an investigation and study by a special commission on electric vehicle battery recycling. Environment and Natural Resources.
AI Summary
This bill establishes an Electric Vehicle Battery Recycling Commission to review and advise the Massachusetts legislature on policies related to the recovery and recycling of electric vehicle batteries. The commission will include representatives from various state agencies, vehicle manufacturers, recyclers, and environmental organizations. By July 1, 2025, the commission will submit a report with policy recommendations to ensure that as close as possible to 100% of electric vehicle batteries in the Commonwealth are reused or recycled at the end of their life in a safe and cost-effective manner, considering the entire lifecycle of the batteries, including opportunities for reuse and extension of their lifespan, as well as the environmental impacts of different management practices.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
No further action taken (on 12/31/2024)
Bill Topics
Energy
- ‐ Alternative and Renewable Energy
Environment
- ‐ Waste Disposal
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S449 | 03/11/2023 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S449.pdf | 03/11/2023 |
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