Environment (Recycling)

passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 26, 2026

H 889: An Act relative to boat wrap recycling

By Representative Armini of Marblehead, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 889) of Jennifer Balinsky Armini relative to boat wrap recycling. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill promotes recycling boat wraps, reducing waste and pollution under Environment committee jurisdiction, aligning with conservation goals.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling

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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 · House Feb 26, 2026

H 942: An Act relative to the siting of facilities dealing with refuse

By Representative Galvin of Canton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 942) of William C. Galvin relative to the siting of refuse facilities. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill addresses refuse facility siting under Environment committee, implying regulations to prevent pollution and protect natural resources through proper location planning.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 23, 2025

S 543: An Act to reduce the unnecessary use of plastic straws

By Mr. Barrett, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 543) of Michael J. Barrett for legislation to reduce disposable plastic straw waste. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly targets plastic straw waste reduction, a direct pollution control measure under environmental protection as noted in the Environment and Natural Resources summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 23, 2025

S 609: An Act prohibiting hotels from providing plastic-packaged toiletries

By Mr. Keenan, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 609) of John F. Keenan for legislation to prohibit hotels from providing plastic-packaged personal care products. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibits plastic-packaged toiletries, reducing plastic pollution and aligning with environmental conservation goals under Environment and Natural Resources subject.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 23, 2025

S 629: An Act to reduce polystyrene in the environment

By Mr. Lewis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 629) of Jason M. Lewis and Joanne M. Comerford for legislation to reduce the use of polystyrene, opting for reusable alternatives to protect the environment. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly reduces polystyrene pollution to protect environment, aligning with pollution control and conservation goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 23, 2025

S 643: An Act defining recyclable beverage containers

By Mr. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 643) of Michael O. Moore for legislation to define recyclable beverage containers. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentDefines recyclable containers to promote recycling, supporting waste reduction and environmental protection under Environment and Natural Resources category.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 6, 2026

H 3563: An Act to establish a carbon fee and cash-back program

By Representative Sabadosa of Northampton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3563) of Lindsay N. Sabadosa for legislation to establish a carbon fee and cash-back program. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyCarbon fee reduces fossil fuel dependence and funds clean energy transition via cash-back, aligning with renewable energy promotion and emission reduction goals.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEstablishes carbon fee to reduce emissions, directly advancing climate protection goals per bill title and summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Nov 17, 2025

S 593: An Act to reform the toxic use reduction act

By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 593) of Ryan C. Fattman for legislation to reform the toxic use reduction act. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentReforming toxic use reduction act directly advances environmental protection by targeting hazardous chemical reduction, aligning with core environmental goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Hazardous Materials Recycling

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introduced · Massachusetts · Senate

SD 481: An Act re-establishing the Clean Environment Fund

This bill re-establishes the Clean Environment Fund to support waste reduction and environmental initiatives. It directs 40% of revenue from abandoned beverage container deposits (under Section 323D) into the fund, which must use at least 60% annually for state/municipal recycling, composting, and waste reduction programs - including PAYT systems, school composting, and litter cleanup. Remaining funds support LEED-compliant improvements to state parks and forests. The fund is exempt from fiscal year rollover, and the Secretary of Energy and Environment must report annually on fund sources and expenditures.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRedirects 40% of beverage container deposit revenue to fund environmental programs, advancing fiscal allocation for public services per bill's funding requirements.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill re-establishes fund directing 40% of beverage deposit revenue to environmental programs, requiring 60% for waste reduction/recycling initiatives and LEED park improvements, directly advancing environmental protection.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling

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