Environment

in committee · Massachusetts · House Dec 8, 2025

H 4810: An Act relative to greenwashing in advertising and marketing

H 4810 prohibits businesses from making false or misleading claims about products being recyclable, biodegradable, compostable, or environmentally friendly in advertising or on packaging. It requires companies to provide proof of these claims, including documentation on environmental impacts and compliance with federal standards, and to clarify if only parts of a product are recyclable. The Attorney General enforces the law, imposing civil fines of up to $1,000 per violation for misleading claims or improper use of the recycling symbol (chasing arrows). This bill directly affects manufacturers, retailers, and marketers of consumer goods making environmental claims in Massachusetts.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibits false environmental claims in advertising, requiring proof and enforcement to prevent misleading marketing, strengthening consumer trust in eco-friendly products.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling

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in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 4, 2025

S 2746: An Act to protect pollinators and public health

The committee on Environment and Natural Resources to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 587) of James B. Eldridge for legislation to protect pollinators and public health by prohibiting the use of neonicotinoid pesticides, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2746).

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibits neonicotinoid pesticides to protect pollinators, directly advancing environmental conservation and public health through pollution control.95% confidence

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in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 22, 2025

S 2751: An Act relative to affordable housing and environmental adaptation dollars

Senate, December 22, 2025 -- The committee on Revenue to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1973) of James B. Eldridge, James K. Hawkins and Jason M. Lewis for legislation relative to the imposition of an excise tax to provide for climate change adaptation infrastructure and affordable housing investments in the Commonwealth, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2751)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesImposes excise tax to fund climate adaptation infrastructure and affordable housing, directly advancing public service funding under Budget & Taxes.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill imposes excise tax to fund climate change adaptation infrastructure, directly advancing environmental protection through dedicated funding.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill imposes excise tax to fund affordable housing investments, directly advancing housing affordability through dedicated funding.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Climate Change Affordable Housing

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passed · Massachusetts · House Nov 24, 2025

H 4192: An Act relative to the election and composition of the conservation commission within the town of Southwick

By Representative Boldyga of Southwick and Senator Mark, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4192) of Nicholas A. Boldyga (by vote of the town) relative to the election and composition of the conservation commission in the town of Southwick. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill creates structure for Southwick's conservation commission, directly supporting environmental resource management and protection through local governance.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 19, 2026

H 3937: An Act creating a climate bank in Massachusetts

By Representative Meschino of Hull, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 9) of Joan Meschino and others for legislation to create a climate bank to facilitate innovative financing solutions for climate and clean energy innovations in the public, private, and non-profit sectors. Financial Services.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyCreates climate bank to fund clean energy innovations in public/private sectors, directly advancing renewable energy infrastructure investment.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentCreates climate bank to fund clean energy innovations, directly advancing environmental protection and climate goals per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jan 12, 2026

S 786: An Act creating a climate bank in Massachusetts

By Mr. Mark, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 786) of Paul W. Mark and Manny Cruz for legislation to create a climate bank in Massachusetts. Financial Services.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill creates a climate bank to fund climate initiatives, directly advancing environmental protection and climate goals per title and purpose.95% confidence

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signed · Massachusetts · House Nov 24, 2025

H 4772: An Act authorizing the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to grant easements in certain parcels of land to the city of Lowell.

This bill allows the Commonwealth to grant permanent easements over three specific parcels (about 6,750 sq ft total) along the Merrimack River in Lowell to the city. The easements authorize Lowell to build, maintain, and repair outfall structures and drains for stormwater management. In exchange, the city must compensate the state through property improvements (valued at fair market rate) to nearby conservation land, not cash. The easements revert to the Commonwealth if Lowell stops using them for their intended purpose, and all transactions require independent appraisals and state committee review.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentAuthorizes stormwater management infrastructure with conservation land improvements, reducing pollution runoff and enhancing conservation per bill terms.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Water Quality

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Nov 19, 2025

S 552: An Act authorizing the city of Newton to prohibit the application of second generation anti-coagulant rodenticides within its borders

By Ms. Creem, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 552) of Cynthia Stone Creem (with approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to authorize the City of Newton to prohibit the application of second generation anti-coagulant rodenticides within its borders. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBans second-gen rodenticides known to poison wildlife and contaminate ecosystems, directly protecting natural resources and reducing environmental pollution per Environment committee designation.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Nov 24, 2025

S 591: An Act relative to greywater recycling

By Mr. Eldridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 591) of James B. Eldridge for legislation relative to greywater recycling. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentGreywater recycling conserves water resources, a direct environmental conservation measure under Environment and Natural Resources.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 26, 2026

H 951: An Act to eliminate hydraulic fracturing in the Commonwealth

H 951 would ban fracking, a method for extracting oil and natural gas from underground rock, across Massachusetts. It would directly affect oil and gas companies by prohibiting all hydraulic fracturing operations within the state. The bill would establish a statewide prohibition on fracking, making it illegal to conduct such activities. This would prevent new fracking projects and end any current use of the method.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBans fracking, reducing fossil fuel dependence, aligning with support indicators for cleaner energy transition95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill bans fracking, a practice linked to water contamination and air pollution, directly protecting environmental resources and public health.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas

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