Environment (Recycling)

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 2377: An Act relative to plastic bag reduction

By Mr. Eldridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 590) of James B. Eldridge and Joanne M. Comerford for legislation relative to plastic bag reduction. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill targets plastic bag reduction to decrease pollution and waste, directly aligning with environmental protection under Environment and Natural Resources committee.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 1839: An Act relative to a future blue economy

By Mr. Fernandes, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 605) of Dylan A. Fernandes for legislation relative to a future blue economy. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill title 'future blue economy' under Environment committee implies renewable energy infrastructure focus, aligning with blue economy principles promoting ocean-based clean energy development.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes framework for sustainable ocean resource management under Environment committee, aligning with conservation and protection goals of blue economy.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 27, 2025

HD 2793: An Act relative to greenwashing in recycling

By Representative Rogers of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 457) of David M. Rogers for legislation to further regulate the packaging of consumer goods that contain deceptive or misleading claims about the recyclability of the product or packaging. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRegulates deceptive recycling claims (greenwashing), preventing misleading environmental marketing and promoting genuine recycling practices, directly strengthening environmental protection standards.90% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 26, 2026

H 1034: An Act restricting distribution of single-use plastic straws

By Representative Rogers of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1034) of David M. Rogers relative to restricting distribution of single-use plastic straws. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRestricts single-use plastic straws, a major pollution source, directly advancing environmental protection under Environment and Natural Resources.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 30, 2026

H 1036: An Act to incentivize the reduction of residential waste disposal

By Representative Rogers of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1036) of David M. Rogers relative to residential solid waste disposal and the implementation of mandatory reporting standards for cities and towns. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill incentivizes residential waste reduction, aligning with pollution control and conservation goals under Environment subject.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling Waste Management

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 26, 2026

H 914: An Act to create fees for single use disposable food containers

By Representative Ciccolo of Lexington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 914) of Michelle L. Ciccolo relative to fees for single use disposable food containers. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill creates fees for single-use containers to reduce waste/pollution, directly aligning with environmental protection goals under Environment & Natural Resources subject.85% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 26, 2026

H 913: An Act to create fees for single use beverage containers

By Representative Ciccolo of Lexington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 913) of Michelle L. Ciccolo relative to fees for single use beverage containers. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentImposes fees on single-use beverage containers to reduce plastic waste and aligns with environmental protection goals under Environment and Natural Resources.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 26, 2026

H 911: An Act relative to truth in labeling of recyclable and compostable goods

By Representative Ciccolo of Lexington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 911) of Michelle L. Ciccolo relative to deceptive or misleading claims regarding recyclability or compostability of certain products and containers. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentPrevents deceptive claims about recyclability/compostability, promoting accurate disposal and reducing waste contamination per Environment committee focus.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 26, 2026

H 910: An Act to prevent the release of black plastic into the environment

By Representative Ciccolo of Lexington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 910) of Michelle L. Ciccolo relative to the release of black plastics into the environment. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentPrevents black plastic pollution, directly protecting environment per bill title and Environment committee focus95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 26, 2026

H 998: An Act to reform the Toxics Use Reduction Act

By Representative Mahoney of Worcester, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 998) of John J. Mahoney for legislation to further regulate toxic use reduction plans. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill aims to further regulate toxic use reduction plans under Environment and Natural Resources, strengthening environmental regulations per its title and summary.95% confidence

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