Environment

passed · Massachusetts · House Jul 29, 2026

H 4483: An Act authorizing the release or exclusion of certain land from conservation restrictions in the town of Deerfield

By Representative Blais of Deerfield and Senator Comerford, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Natalie M. Blais and Joanne M. Comerford (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the release or exclusion of certain land from conservation restrictions in the town of Deerfield. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight. [Local Approval Received.]

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill explicitly seeks to release land from conservation restrictions, weakening environmental protections by removing conservation requirements for specific parcels in Deerfield.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Nov 17, 2025

S 646: An Act relative to the board of registration of hazardous waste site cleanup professionals

By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 646) of Patrick M. O'Connor for legislation to establish the board of registration of hazardous waste site cleanup professionals. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEstablishes board for hazardous waste cleanup professionals, directly advancing environmental protection and pollution control under Environment and Natural Resources subject.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Hazardous Materials

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 5, 2026

H 950: An Act governing the use of pesticides containing the herbicide substance Glyphosate in the Commonwealth

By Representative Gentile of Sudbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 950) of Carmine Lawrence Gentile and others relative to governing the use of pesticides containing the herbicide substance Glyphosate in the Commonwealth. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill regulates Glyphosate pesticide use, directly addressing environmental protection under Environment and Natural Resources subject.85% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Nov 10, 2025

S 195: An Act relative to toxic-free kids

By Ms. Comerford, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 195) of Joanne M. Comerford, Cindy F. Friedman, Mark C. Montigny, Adam Gomez and other members of the Senate for legislation to eliminate harmful chemicals from children's products. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEliminates harmful chemicals from children's products, reducing environmental pollution and protecting ecosystems from toxic runoff.90% confidence

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 4554: An Act authorizing the city of Somerville to establish a net zero emissions standard for new constructed buildings and major renovation projects

HD 4554 authorizes the City of Somerville to require new construction and major renovations to be fossil fuel-free, directly affecting builders and developers within the city. The bill allows Somerville to enforce this through zoning ordinances and by withholding or conditioning building permits for projects that don’t meet the standard. It overrides conflicting local laws or regulations to implement this net zero emissions requirement for buildings. The law takes effect immediately upon passage.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates fossil fuel-free new construction and major renovations, directly reducing fossil fuel dependence and advancing net zero emissions standards for buildings.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates fossil fuel-free new construction and major renovations to achieve net zero emissions, directly reducing carbon output and strengthening local environmental standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Air Quality Climate Change

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Nov 13, 2025

S 616: An Act relative to ivory and rhinoceros horn trafficking

By Mr. Lewis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 616) of Jason M. Lewis, Michael O. Moore, Marcus S. Vaughn, James K. Hawkins and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to ivory and rhonoceros horn trafficking. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill prohibits ivory/rhino horn trafficking, directly protecting endangered species and aligning with conservation goals under Environment and Natural Resources subject.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 26, 2026

H 980: An Act establishing a flood mitigation and preparedness program

By Representative Kearney of Scituate, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 980) of Patrick Joseph Kearney for legislation to establish a flood mitigation and preparedness program. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill established under Environment and Natural Resources to address flood impacts, aligning with climate adaptation and natural resource protection efforts.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Coastal & Flood Protection

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 30, 2026

H 922: An Act relative to greywater recycling

By Representative Cusack of Braintree, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 922) of Mark J. Cusack for legislation to establish plumbing code regulations that provide building owners with guidelines for reusing greywater for toilet flushing and subsurface irrigation. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEnables greywater reuse for irrigation/toilet flushing, conserving freshwater resources and reducing wastewater discharge per environmental code regulations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 6, 2026

H 3449: An Act to further empower local climate action

By Representative Barber of Somerville, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3449) of Christine P. Barber and others for legislation to regulate municipal acceptance into the demonstration project. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill empowers local climate action under Utilities and Energy, aligning with renewable energy promotion and climate policy goals. Title and subject directly address energy infrastructure advancement.92% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill title explicitly promotes 'local climate action' and aims to strengthen municipal environmental initiatives via a demonstration project under energy utilities.90% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Nov 3, 2025

S 601: Resolve to protect drinking water and public health from sand mining pollution

By Mr. Fernandes (by request), a petition (accompanied by resolve, Senate, No. 601) of Meg Sheehan and Paul W. Mark that provisions be made for an investigation and study to protect drinking water and public health from sand mining pollution. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly seeks investigation to protect drinking water/public health from sand mining pollution, directly advancing environmental protection.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water

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