Environment

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 23, 2025

S 589: An Act protecting wastewater and sewerage systems through the labeling of non-flushable wipes

By Mr. Eldridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 589) of James B. Eldridge and Steven Owens for legislation to protect wastewater and sewerage systems through the labeling of non-flushable wipes. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates labeling non-flushable wipes to prevent sewage blockages and water pollution, directly protecting wastewater systems under Environment subject.90% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 12, 2026

H 3223: An Act relative to Natural Heritage and Endangered Species administrative fees

By Representative Rogers of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3223) of David M. Rogers relative to Natural Heritage and Endangered Species administrative fees. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes administrative fees as revenue source, directly contributing to state budget funding under 'Revenue' designation.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill creates administrative fees for natural heritage and endangered species programs, implying funding for conservation efforts per title and summary.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Wildlife

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 23, 2026

S 2007: An Act facilitating brownfields redevelopment

By Mr. Finegold, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2007) of Barry R. Finegold for legislation to promote the redevelopment of contaminated sites through tax credits. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax credits for brownfields redevelopment, a fiscal incentive that promotes economic activity through tax relief, aligning with budget/tax policy goals.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill promotes cleanup of contaminated brownfields via tax credits, reducing environmental hazards and enabling safe redevelopment.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives Hazardous Materials

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 4, 2025

S 2293: An Act to promote energy and economic resilience through clean energy education and job pathway programs

By Mr. Kennedy, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2293) of Edward J. Kennedy and Rodney M. Elliott for legislation to promote energy and economic resilience through clean energy education and job pathway programs. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates clean energy education programs and job pathways, expanding specialized educational access and career training opportunities within the education topic.92% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly promotes clean energy education and job pathways, advancing renewable energy workforce development and infrastructure investment.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly promotes clean energy education and job pathways, advancing environmental protection through renewable energy initiatives without opposing language.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Resilience Renewable Energy

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Jul 21, 2025

H 4295: An Act relative to the separation of agricultural land for renewable energy purposes

This bill allows agricultural or horticultural landowners to separate up to 10% of their contiguous land (or 15 acres, whichever is smaller) for renewable energy projects without full property tax liability. Instead, landowners pay 50% of the "roll-back taxes" that would apply if the land reverted to agricultural use, provided the land was non-productive at the time of separation. If the renewable energy use ends permanently and the land isn’t returned to farming, full tax liability resumes. The bill directly affects landowners converting agricultural land to solar or wind projects, with clear limits on the land size and tax obligations.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax relief by reducing property tax liability to 50% of roll-back taxes for renewable energy land use, directly addressing tax policy.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyEnables renewable energy projects on agricultural land via tax incentives, reducing barriers for development and promoting clean energy infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentIncentivizes renewable energy projects on agricultural land through reduced property taxes, directly promoting clean energy deployment and supporting environmental goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Solar

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jul 28, 2025

H 3037: An Act to allow individual donations to countries vulnerable to climate change

By Representative Cabral of New Bedford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3037) of Antonio F. D. Cabral for legislation to allow taxpayers to voluntarily contribute all or part of tax refunds to countries vulnerable to climate change. Revenue.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill enables tax refund donations to climate-vulnerable countries, directly funding climate adaptation efforts as described in title and summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Climate Change

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passed both · Massachusetts · House May 7, 2026

H 1073: An Act relative to wastewater treatment and disposal in the town of Sandwich

By Representative Xiarhos of Barnstable, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1073) of Steven George Xiarhos (by vote of the town) relative to wastewater treatment and disposal in the town of Sandwich. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill addresses wastewater treatment/disposal, a direct pollution control measure under Environment committee. Proper treatment protects water quality and aligns with environmental protection indicators.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Aug 11, 2025

H 945: An Act protecting wastewater and sewerage systems through the labeling of non-flushable wipes

By Representatives Garballey of Arlington and Owens of Watertown, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 945) of Sean Garballey and Steven Owens relative to protecting wastewater and sewerage systems through the labeling of non-flushable wipes. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates labeling non-flushable wipes to prevent sewer blockages and pollution, directly protecting wastewater systems under Environment subject.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 26, 2026

H 977: An Act relative to data collection on below threshold wells

By Representative Kassner of Hamilton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 977) of Kristin E. Kassner relative to data collection on below threshold wells. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates data collection on unregulated wells (below threshold), supporting environmental oversight under Environment and Natural Resources subject. Data collection enables future protection measures.85% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 19, 2026

H 1021: An Act relative to local protection of water resources from nutrient pollution

By Representative Philips of Sharon, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1021) of Edward R. Philips relative to local protection of water resources from nutrient pollution. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly targets nutrient pollution in water resources, directly advancing environmental protection through local regulatory measures.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Water Quality

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