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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 30, 2026

H 1042: An Act relative to the Quabbin Watershed and regional equity

By Representative Saunders of Belchertown, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1042) of Aaron L. Saunders for legislation to establish the the Quabbin host community trust fund. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes Quabbin Watershed host community trust fund under Environment and Natural Resources, directly conserving natural resources and protecting watershed ecosystems.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Water Quality

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passed · Massachusetts · House Sep 11, 2025

H 987: An Act relative to the circular economy

By Representative LaNatra of Kingston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 987) of Kathleen R. LaNatra relative to the circular economy. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentCircular economy promotes resource conservation, waste reduction, and sustainable practices aligning with environmental protection goals per bill's Environment & Natural Resources subject.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 16, 2026

H 2409: An Act prohibiting the burning of construction and demolition waste as fuel

By Representative DuBois of Brockton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2409) of Michelle M. DuBois relative to the burning of construction and demolition waste as biofuel and further regulating the permitting or operation of energy-generating facilities. Public Health.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyProhibits burning construction waste as biofuel, restricting a renewable energy source and limiting alternative energy development.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibits burning construction/demolition waste as fuel, reducing air pollution and aligning with environmental protection goals.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 26, 2026

H 1027: An Act to streamline permitting for rail electrification

By Representative Reid of Lynn, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1027) of Sean Reid relative to environmental impact statements for zero- or near-zero emission rail infrastructure. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyStreamlines permitting for zero-emission rail infrastructure, advancing clean energy transportation and reducing fossil fuel dependence.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill streamlines permitting for zero-emission rail infrastructure, reducing transportation emissions and advancing environmental protection per its summary and subject category.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill streamlines permitting for zero-emission rail infrastructure, directly advancing sustainable transportation infrastructure development.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Rail

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 4, 2025

S 2339: An Act studying the advantages and disadvantages of transitioning certain government fleets to clean energy

By Mr. Barrett, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2339) of Michael J. Barrett for legislation to convert the state government fleet to electric vehicles. Transportation.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly studies transitioning government fleets to clean energy (electric vehicles), advancing renewable energy adoption and reducing fossil fuel dependence.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly studies transitioning government fleets to clean energy (EVs), promoting emission reduction and clean energy adoption per its title and summary.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill explicitly proposes studying transition of state government fleets to electric vehicles, promoting sustainable transportation infrastructure within the Transportation topic.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Renewable Energy Electric Vehicles

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 15, 2026

H 3753: An Act relative to setting deadlines to electrify the commuter rail

By Representatives Owens of Watertown and Armini of Marblehead, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3753) of Steven Owens, Sean Reid and others relative to the electrification of commuter rail lines of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority. Transportation.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyElectrifying commuter rail reduces fossil fuel dependence and advances clean energy infrastructure, aligning with support indicators for renewable energy transition.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentElectrifying commuter rail reduces diesel emissions and supports clean energy transition in transportation, directly advancing environmental protection.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates electrification deadlines for commuter rail, advancing sustainable public transit infrastructure and aligning with transportation modernization goals.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Rail

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 4, 2025

S 2299: An Act relative to green jobs

By Mr. Mark, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2299) of Paul W. Mark for legislation to establish an energy efficiency authority, and a green jobs program and loan fund. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill establishes energy efficiency authority and green jobs loan fund, directly advancing renewable energy infrastructure and clean job creation per title and summary.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEstablishes energy efficiency authority and green jobs program, directly promoting clean energy initiatives and environmental protection through funding and policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Efficiency

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 5, 2026

H 495: An Act reducing emissions from artificial intelligence

By Representative Rogers of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 495) of David M. Rogers relative to reducing emissions from artificial intelligence. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly aims to reduce emissions, directly aligning with environmental protection indicators like pollution control and emission reduction.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 19, 2026

H 1046: An Act to eliminate combined sewer overflows in Massachusetts waterways

By Representatives Schwartz of Newton and Rogers of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1046) of Greg Schwartz, David M. Rogers and others for legislation to eliminate combined sewer overflows in waterways. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly targets elimination of combined sewer overflows, a direct pollution control measure protecting waterways and natural resources as per Environment and Natural Resources subject.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Water Quality

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 4, 2025

S 2321: An Act relative to renewable energy production technologies

By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2321) of Bruce E. Tarr and Rodney M. Elliott for legislation relative to renewable energy production technologies. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly targets renewable energy production technologies, aligning with support indicators like promoting clean energy infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly promotes renewable energy production technologies, directly advancing clean energy adoption and reducing fossil fuel reliance per its title and summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy

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