Environment

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jan 8, 2026

S 720: An Act to promote climate resilient homes

By Mr. Cyr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 720) of Julian Cyr for legislation to promote climate resilient homes by establishing the Strengthen Massachusetts Homes Program and Fund. Financial Services.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes program/fund for climate resilient homes, directly advancing environmental protection through climate adaptation measures and infrastructure resilience.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 4, 2025

S 2301: An Act enabling municipal aggregation

By Mr. Mark, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2301) of Paul W. Mark, Lindsay N. Sabadosa, Natalie M. Blais, Joanne M. Comerford and others for legislation relative to investor-owned utilities and expedited approval processes ensuring timely access to funds for energy efficiency and conservation programs. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill enables municipal aggregation to fund energy efficiency/conservation programs via expedited approvals, advancing energy efficiency goals.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill enables municipal aggregation for energy efficiency and conservation programs, directly advancing environmental conservation through funding access.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Efficiency

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Nov 3, 2025

S 563: An Act relative to meeting the Commonwealth's water infrastructure future

By Mr. Cronin, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 563) of John J. Cronin for legislation relative to meet the Commonwealth's water infrastructure future. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill addresses water infrastructure under Environment subject, aiming to protect water resources and meet future environmental needs through infrastructure planning.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water Recycling Water Quality

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 3, 2025

S 623: An Act to update the Middlesex Fells Reservation Fund

By Mr. Lewis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 623) of Jason M. Lewis for legislation to update the Middlesex Fells Reservation Fund. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill updates Middlesex Fells Reservation Fund, a natural area, under 'Environment and Natural Resources' subject. Explicitly supports conservation funding for protected reservation.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Aug 11, 2025

H 968: An Act establishing a lithium-ion battery stewardship program

By Representative Hogan of Stow, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 968) of Kate Hogan for legislation to establish a lithium-ion battery stewardship program. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyEstablishes lithium-ion battery stewardship for recycling/reuse, enabling sustainable renewable energy storage infrastructure and reducing waste in clean energy systems.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEstablishes lithium-ion battery stewardship program to manage waste and prevent pollution, directly aligning with environmental protection under Environment and Natural Resources.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Storage Recycling

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Nov 3, 2025

S 659: An Act creating a special commission to scope a state grant or low interest loan program for properties prone to flooding

By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 659) of Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to establish a special commission to scope a state grant or low interest loan program for properties prone to flooding. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes commission for flood-prone properties under 'Environment and Natural Resources' subject, aligning with climate resilience and property conservation efforts related to environmental protection.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Coastal & Flood Protection

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Sep 4, 2025

S 1546: An Act to improve indoor air quality for highly-impacted communities

By Mr. Gomez, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1546) of Adam Gomez, Sal N. DiDomenico, John F. Keenan and Jason M. Lewis for legislation to create a task force to identify, monitor, and remediate indoor air pollution and indoor mold contamination in schools, long term care facilities, correctional facilities, early childhood education facilities, public housing and privately-owned residential buildings. Public Health.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill directly targets remediation of indoor air pollution and mold in public facilities, reducing environmental pollution per topic description.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Air Quality

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Nov 13, 2025

S 544: An Act prohibiting the mistreatment of birds

By Mr. Brownsberger, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 544) of William N. Brownsberger, Joanne M. Comerford, Dylan A. Fernandes and Jason M. Lewis for legislation to prohibit the mistreatment of birds. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibits bird mistreatment, aligning with conservation under Environment committee; birds are part of natural resource protection.90% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 26, 2026

H 955: An Act relative to solid waste byproduct management and control

By Representatives Giannino of Revere and Turco of Winthrop, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 955) of Jessica Ann Giannino relative to solid waste byproduct management and control. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill addresses solid waste byproduct management under Environment committee, directly aligning with environmental protection goals through waste control measures.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling Waste Management

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 3, 2025

S 592: An Act relative to the Douglas State Forest Maintenance Trust Fund

By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 592) of Ryan C. Fattman and Joseph D. McKenna for legislation relative to the Douglas State Forest Maintenance Trust Fund. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes Douglas State Forest Maintenance Trust Fund under Environment & Natural Resources, directly funding forest conservation and upkeep.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Forestry

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