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MA H788

Protecting public drinking water by further regulating solid waste disposal facilities


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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 to further regulate the building or expansion of solid waste disposal facilities. Environment and Natural Resources.

AI Summary

This bill aims to further regulate the building or expansion of solid waste disposal facilities in order to protect public drinking water. The key provisions include: (1) prohibiting the siting of new or expanded solid waste facilities within 400 feet of a public water supply well or aquifer area that contributes water to a well or spring, to prevent contamination of drinking water sources; and (2) authorizing the Department of Environmental Protection to promulgate rules and regulations necessary to implement the requirements of the bill.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4668 (on 05/23/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H788
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H788.pdf
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