Environment

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 22, 2026

S 3117: An Act to authorize the town of North Andover to ban SGARs and FGARS

By Mr. Tarr and Mr. Finegold, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 3117) of Bruce E. Tarr, Barry R. Finegold and Adrianne Pusateri Ramos (by vote of the town) for legislation to authorize the town of North Andover to ban SGARs and FGARs. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill authorizes a town ban on SGARs and FGARs, which are known to be harmful to the environment, thereby strengthening local environmental protections.85% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 13, 2026

S 3137: An Act providing for improved public access and climate resiliency on the Mystic River and increasing the utilization of the designated port area

By Mr. DiDomenico, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 3137) (subject to Joint Rule 9 and Joint Rule 12) of Sal N. DiDomenico and Daniel J. Ryan for legislation to provide for improved public access and climate resiliency on the Mystic River and increasing the utilization of the designated port area. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly aims to improve climate resiliency on the Mystic River, directly addressing environmental protection and adaptation to climate change.85% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Aug 6, 2026

H 5483: An Act allowing the town of Williamstown to ban second generation anticoagulant rodenticides (SGARs)

By Representative Barrett of North Adams, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 5483) of John Barrett, III (by vote of the town) that the town of Williamstown be authorized to ban second generation anticoagulant rodenticides in said town. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBanning SGARs reduces toxic pesticide use, protecting local wildlife and ecosystems from environmental contamination.90% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jul 31, 2026

H 5533: An Act authorizing the town of Boxborough to prohibit the use or sale of second-generation anti-coagulant rodenticides

By Representative Sena of Acton and Senator Eldridge, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 5533) of Danillo A. Sena (by vote of the town) that the town of Boxborough be authorized to prohibit the use or sale of second-generation anti-coagulant rodenticides in said town. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibiting toxic rodenticides reduces environmental pollution and protects wildlife, directly advancing environmental protection goals.90% confidence

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introduced · Massachusetts · House May 26, 2026

HD 6065: A communication from the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (see item 1595-6232 of Section 2E of Chapter 9 of the Acts of 2025) submitting the Clean Energy Investment Fund budget for fiscal year 2026

This bill serves as a formal communication from the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center to the state legislature, submitting the budget proposal for the Clean Energy Investment Fund for fiscal year 2026. The document details the planned financial allocations for the fund, which supports projects aimed at advancing clean energy initiatives within the state. By placing the budget on file, the bill ensures the proposed spending plan is officially recorded and available for review by state officials. No new laws or operational changes are enacted by this measure, as it functions solely as a procedural step to transmit budgetary information.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill formally submits and records the budget proposal for the Clean Energy Investment Fund, ensuring funding for essential state programs.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill submits budget for Clean Energy Investment Fund to advance clean energy initiatives and infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds Clean Energy Investment Fund to advance clean energy initiatives, directly supporting environmental protection.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy

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passed · Massachusetts · House Aug 10, 2026

H 5433: An Act regulating the use of fertilizer in the town of Wellfleet

By Representative Luddy of Orleans and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 5433) of Hadley Luddy (by vote of the town) for legislation to regulate the use of fertilizer in the town of Wellfleet. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRegulating fertilizer use directly addresses pollution control and environmental protection by limiting potential runoff and soil degradation.90% confidence

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 6179: An Act authorizing the transfer of certain parcels of land in the town of Weston from the Weston conservation commission to the select board

This bill authorizes the Town of Weston to transfer three specific parcels of land currently managed by the conservation commission to the select board for use as water tank sites. In exchange for this transfer, the select board must give a larger, separate parcel of town-owned land back to the conservation commission to maintain open space and conservation goals. The legislation ensures that the conservation commission retains its ability to protect natural areas by receiving additional land as mitigation for the land needed for water infrastructure.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill ensures conservation goals are maintained by returning additional land to the commission, strengthening environmental protection.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jun 22, 2026

H 5386: An Act relative to Massachusetts winning global investment, talent, and innovation

This bill allocates $300 million in state funding to boost economic growth, job creation, and innovation across Massachusetts through various grant programs. The money supports private businesses expanding facilities with climate-friendly features, developing artificial intelligence technologies, and establishing new sites for early-stage companies. Additional funds are designated for defense sector innovation, robotics research, local downtown revitalization, agricultural technology, and arts infrastructure improvements. The legislation also amends existing laws to extend the maximum consecutive years a specific state official can serve in their current role.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $300M in state funding to boost economic growth, job creation, and innovation through various grant programs.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill allocates $300M to support private businesses expanding facilities with climate-friendly features, directly advancing environmental protection goals.70% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill allocates $300M specifically for AI development, robotics research, and agricultural technology, directly funding and advancing the technology sector.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 6137: An Act regulating the use of fertilizer in the town of Wellfleet

This bill prohibits the application of fertilizers containing nitrogen or phosphorus in the Town of Wellfleet to protect local water quality from harmful algae growth. The law specifically targets these nutrients because Wellfleet's sandy soil allows them to quickly leach into fresh and salt waters, threatening drinking supplies and recreational areas. An exception is made for commercial agriculture and residential gardening, which may use organic fertilizers with low levels of nitrogen and phosphorus. By restricting these inputs, the measure aims to help the town meet state-mandated pollution limits for its waterways.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill restricts fertilizer runoff to protect water quality and prevent algae growth, directly supporting environmental protection.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Water Quality

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passed · Massachusetts · House Aug 6, 2026

H 5432: An Act to restrict the use of second generation anticoagulant rodenticides in Newbury

By Representative Kassner of Hamilton and Senator Tarr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 5432) of Kristin E. Kassner and Bruce E. Tarr (by vote of the town) for legislation to restrict the use of second generation anticoagulant rodenticides in the town of Newbury. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRestricting second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides reduces wildlife poisoning and protects local ecosystems, directly supporting environmental conservation.85% confidence

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