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MA S529

Relative to solid waste disposal facilities in environmental justice communities


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Introduced
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation relative to solid waste disposal facilities in environmental justice communities. Environment and Natural Resources.

AI Summary

This bill proposes to amend existing law to require the Department of Environmental Protection to adopt regulations related to violations of permit terms by solid waste disposal facilities located in environmental justice communities. The key provisions include imposing substantial monetary fines that increase with each violation, and potentially revoking permits for facilities that repeatedly violate the terms of their permit. The goal is to hold these facilities accountable and better protect environmental justice communities from the impacts of solid waste disposal.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2649 (on 02/15/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S529
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S529.pdf
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