Environment (Waste Management)

passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 26, 2026

H 969: An Act relative to waste disposal

By Representative Howitt of Seekonk, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 969) of Steven S. Howitt relative to illegally disposing of certain waste. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentAddresses illegal waste disposal to prevent pollution and protect natural resources under Environment committee, aligning with environmental protection indicators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling Waste Management

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in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Nov 13, 2025

S 2685: An Act to reduce solid waste, increase recycling and generate municipal cost savings

Senate, November 13, 2025 -- The committee on Environment and Natural Resources to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 621) of Jason M. Lewis for legislation to reduce solid waste, increase recycling and generate municipal cost savings, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2685).

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly targets waste reduction and recycling, directly advancing pollution control and resource conservation per environmental protection indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling Waste Management

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 30, 2026

H 1060: An Act relative to solid waste disposal facilities in environmental justice communities

By Representative Tyler of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1060) of Chynah Tyler relative to solid waste disposal facilities in environmental justice communities. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill targets solid waste facilities in environmental justice communities to prevent pollution, aligning with environmental protection measures in vulnerable areas.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Environmental Justice Waste Management

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Sep 18, 2025

S 570: An Act establishing a waste reduction needs assessment in the commonwealth

By Mr. DiDomenico, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 570) of Sal N. DiDomenico and Dylan A. Fernandes for legislation to establish a waste reduction needs assessment in the commonwealth. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes waste reduction needs assessment under Environment and Natural Resources, directly targeting pollution control and resource conservation per its title and summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling Waste Management

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 30, 2026

H 982: An Act relative to right of entry to prevent environmental violations

By Representative Kilcoyne of Clinton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 982) of Meghan K. Kilcoyne relative to right of entry of solid waste disposal facilities to prevent environmental violations. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEnables facility inspections to prevent environmental violations, strengthening enforcement of environmental protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Waste Management

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 607: An Act relative to solid waste disposal facilities in environmental justice communities

This bill requires the state department to create regulations for solid waste disposal facilities operating in environmental justice communities. It mandates that facilities violating permit terms face increasing monetary fines per violation and potential permit revocation for repeated violations. The policy directly affects waste facilities located in communities disproportionately impacted by pollution. Key provisions include structured financial penalties that escalate with each offense and stricter enforcement for habitual noncompliance. The law aims to strengthen oversight in areas already facing environmental health challenges.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates stricter regulations and escalating fines for waste facilities in pollution-impacted communities, directly strengthening pollution control in environmental justice areas.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Environmental Justice Waste Management

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 3092: An Act relative to requiring the sealing of containers transporting solid waste

This bill requires anyone transporting solid waste originating in Massachusetts to cover it with a hard top or biodegradable seal that hardens after application. It directly affects municipalities, businesses, and individuals moving solid waste by vehicle, train, barge, ship, or scow within the state. The key provision mandates this covering method to prevent waste from scattering during transport. The Department of Environmental Protection and Department of Transportation will create rules to implement and enforce this requirement. The law aims to reduce litter and improve waste management safety on roads and waterways.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires sealed waste transport to prevent scattering, reducing pollution and protecting environment through direct containment measures.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling Waste Management

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 3657: An Act promoting responsible end-of-life management for electric and hybrid vehicle batteries

This bill prohibits landfill disposal of electric/hybrid vehicle batteries when they reach end-of-life and requires responsible management. It assigns specific responsibilities to battery providers (the original sellers/manufacturers), secondary handlers (entities handling used batteries), and specialized recyclers. All parties must follow a battery management hierarchy prioritizing reuse, repair, or repurposing before recycling, and report annually on battery volumes and material recovery rates to the Environmental Protection Department. The law defines key terms like "end-of-life" and "specialized battery recycler" to clarify requirements for handling these batteries.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill promotes EV battery reuse/recycling infrastructure, supporting clean energy transition by enabling sustainable EV adoption and reducing fossil fuel dependence through responsible end-of-life management.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibits landfill disposal of batteries, mandates reuse/repair hierarchy, requires material recovery reporting - directly advancing pollution control and resource conservation per environmental protection goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Storage Recycling Waste Management

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 30, 2026

H 1037: An Act to require transparency and disclosure by materials recovery facilities

By Representative Rogers of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1037) of David M. Rogers for legislation to further regulate solid waste facilities. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRegulates solid waste facilities under Environment committee, requiring transparency to strengthen accountability and prevent pollution in waste management.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling Waste Management

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Nov 3, 2025

S 626: An Act to consider adoption of aspects of the German Green Dot Waste Reduction Standards

By Mr. Lewis (by request), a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 626) of Vincent Dixon, for legislation to consider adoption of aspects of the German Green Dot Waste Reduction Standards. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill proposes adopting German Green Dot waste reduction standards to promote recycling and reduce pollution, directly advancing environmental protection goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling Waste Management

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