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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to requiring the sealing of containers transporting solid waste. Environment and Natural Resources.
AI Summary
This bill aims to require the sealing of containers transporting solid waste originating in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. It amends the state's environmental laws to mandate that any entity transporting solid waste within the state must cover the waste with a hard top or biodegradable seal that hardens after application. The bill also instructs the Department of Environmental Protection, in consultation with the Department of Transportation, to promulgate regulations for the implementation, administration, and enforcement of this new requirement.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4668 (on 05/23/2024)
Official Document
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bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H820 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H820.pdf |
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