An Act to reform the Toxic Use Reduction Act

This bill amends the Toxic Use Reduction Act in Massachusetts to update how facilities must create and submit plans for reducing the use of hazardous chemicals. It requires large users of toxic substances to prepare new reduction plans at least once every six years or whenever a new toxic chemical is introduced at their site, with a summary of these plans due annually by July 1. The legislation also adjusts the certification process for environmental professionals, extending the validity of their credentials to six years and lowering the required continuing education hours for renewal. Additionally, the bill clarifies that fees for these plans and certifications do not apply when the use of toxic substances is mandated by federal laws, regulations, or specifications.