Bill > S665

This bill amends an existing law regarding the disposal of waste oil by requiring entities that accept waste oil or petroleum products from automobile service stations, marinas, or retail outlets selling lubricating oil to submit a detailed disposal plan to the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). The plan must outline the methodology for collecting and transporting waste oil, specify the location where the waste oil will be disposed, and describe the procedures for processing or disposing of the oil. Additionally, a copy of the plan must be provided to the party supplying the waste oil. The bill introduces a civil penalty of up to $1,000 for each violation of these new requirements, which aims to ensure more responsible and transparent handling of waste oil in the state. By mandating these detailed plans, the legislation seeks to improve environmental protection and tracking of potentially harmful petroleum-based waste materials.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S665