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MA H1708
To protect tropical forests by restricting state purchases of certain wood products
summary
Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
12/04/2017
12/04/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to protecting tropical forests by restricting state purchases of certain wood products. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
AI Summary
This bill aims to protect tropical forests by restricting the state's purchases of certain wood products. It prohibits the state from purchasing wood grown in tropical forests, except in cases of public necessity where no other alternative is available or if the wood originates from second-growth forests and carries independent Forest Stewardship Council certification. The bill also requires the use of recycled plastic lumber as an alternative material for outdoor and marine projects where hazardous material-treated woods and tropical hardwoods are typically used, such as boardwalks, piers, and other state or municipal amenities.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Government Affairs
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
No further action taken (on 01/01/2019)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1708 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1708.pdf |
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