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passed · Massachusetts · House Nov 13, 2025

H 3542: An Act advancing the clean energy transition

By Representative Owens of Watertown, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3542) of Steven Owens relative to the installation of renewable and alternative energy generating sources. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly advances clean energy transition via renewable energy source installations, directly aligning with support indicators like promoting renewables and clean infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill promotes renewable energy installation and explicitly advances clean energy transition, aligning with environmental protection goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Solar

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Nov 17, 2025

S 625: An Act governing the use of pesticides containing the herbicide substance glyphosate in the Commonwealth

By Mr. Lewis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 625) of Jason M. Lewis, Adam J. Scanlon, James B. Eldridge and Michael O. Moore for legislation to govern the use of pesticides containing the herbicide substance glyphosate in the Commonwealth. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill regulates glyphosate pesticides (environmental concern) under Environment committee, indicating protective intent to govern use and protect ecosystems.92% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Nov 17, 2025

S 562: An Act relative to right of entry to prevent environmental violations

By Mr. Cronin, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 562) of John J. Cronin for legislation relative to right of entry to prevent environmental violations. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill grants authority to enter premises to prevent environmental violations, strengthening enforcement of environmental protections under Environment and Natural Resources committee.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Nov 17, 2025

S 607: An Act responding to the threat of invasive species

By Ms. Jehlen, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 607) of Patricia D. Jehlen and Michael J. Barrett for legislation to respond to the threat of invasive species. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill addresses invasive species threat to ecosystems under Environment and Natural Resources, directly protecting biodiversity and natural resources per its summary and committee classification.90% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Nov 19, 2025

S 188: An Act allowing the board of state examiners of plumbers and gas fitters to vary regulations to advance reductions in greenhouse gas emissions

By Mr. Barrett, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 188) of Michael J. Barrett and Pavel M. Payano for legislation to allow the board of state examiners of plumbers and gas fitters to vary regulations to advance reductions in greenhouse gas emissions. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly enables regulatory changes to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, directly advancing clean energy transition goals.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly enables regulation changes to advance greenhouse gas emission reductions, directly aligning with environmental protection goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Climate Change

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Nov 19, 2025

S 644: An Act restricting the use of rodenticides in the environment

By Mr. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 644) of Michael O. Moore, Carmine Lawrence Gentile, David T. Vieira, Paul W. Mark and other members of the General Court relative to pesticides. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRestricts rodenticides to protect ecosystems from chemical pollution, directly advancing environmental protection goals per bill title and summary.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Nov 24, 2025

S 557: An Act accelerating wetlands restoration projects

By Mr. Crighton, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 557) of Brendan P. Crighton, Joanne M. Comerford, James B. Eldridge, James K. Hawkins and other members of the General Court for legislation to accelerate and streamline wetlands restoration. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly accelerates wetlands restoration under Environment and Natural Resources, directly advancing conservation and ecosystem protection.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Nov 24, 2025

S 660: An Act to protect coastal resources

By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 660) of Bruce E. Tarr and Steven George Xiarhos for legislation to protect coastal resources by establishing the Massachusetts Coastal Erosion Innovation Center. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes Massachusetts Coastal Erosion Innovation Center to protect coastal resources, explicitly aligning with environmental protection goals in summary and subject area.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Coastal & Flood Protection

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Nov 24, 2025

S 600: An Act establishing the Blue Communities Program

By Mr. Fernandes, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 600) of Dylan A. Fernandes for legislation to establish a blue communities program to incentivize local action to reduce nutrient pollution and ocean acidification. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes program to reduce nutrient pollution and ocean acidification, directly advancing environmental protection goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Water Quality

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passed · Massachusetts · House Nov 24, 2025

H 3649: An Act limiting autonomous driving capabilities to zero emission and electric vehicles

By Representative Day of Stoneham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3649) of Michael S. Day relative to limiting autonomous driving capabilities to zero emission and electric vehicles. Transportation.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates autonomous vehicles must be zero-emission, directly promoting electric vehicles and reducing fossil fuel dependence in transportation.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates autonomous vehicles must be zero-emission/electric, directly reducing transportation emissions and promoting clean energy adoption.95% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill explicitly limits autonomous driving capabilities to electric vehicles, restricting technology application in transportation.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates autonomous vehicles must be zero-emission, directly promoting sustainable transportation policies and vehicle regulations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Autonomous Vehicles Electric Vehicles

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