Environment

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 2377: An Act relative to plastic bag reduction

By Mr. Eldridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 590) of James B. Eldridge and Joanne M. Comerford for legislation relative to plastic bag reduction. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill targets plastic bag reduction to decrease pollution and waste, directly aligning with environmental protection under Environment and Natural Resources committee.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 1543: An Act stopping harm inflicted by the exploitation of life and development

By Ms. Lovely, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 405) of Joan B. Lovely and Michael O. Moore for legislation to stop harm inflicted by the exploitation of life and development. Education.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill title explicitly aims to 'stop harm inflicted by exploitation of life and development,' implying environmental protection against harmful practices without explicit environmental terms.75% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 1779: An Act to protect and preserve the northern right whale and other resident endangered whale and sea turtle species

By Mr. DiDomenico (by request), a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 573) of Richard Maximus Strahan, for legislation to protect and preserve the northern right whale and other resident endangered whale and sea turtle species. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly aims to protect endangered whale and sea turtle species, directly advancing environmental conservation efforts per its title and summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Wildlife

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in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 1051: An Act to address the impact of climate change on farms and fisheries

By Mr. Fernandes, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 60) of Dylan A. Fernandes for legislation to address the impact of climate change on farms and fisheries. Agriculture.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill directly addresses climate change impacts on farms/fisheries, advancing environmental protection in agriculture sector through targeted legislation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Climate Change

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 1839: An Act relative to a future blue economy

By Mr. Fernandes, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 605) of Dylan A. Fernandes for legislation relative to a future blue economy. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill title 'future blue economy' under Environment committee implies renewable energy infrastructure focus, aligning with blue economy principles promoting ocean-based clean energy development.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes framework for sustainable ocean resource management under Environment committee, aligning with conservation and protection goals of blue economy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 2033: An Act to improve environmental justice in the Commonwealth

By Ms. Miranda, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 636) of Liz Miranda for legislation to improve environmental justice in the Commonwealth by establishing the Green Zones Act. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes Green Zones Act to advance environmental justice, targeting pollution reduction in vulnerable communities through environmental protection measures.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Environmental Justice

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 1053: An Act establishing a pilot program for nature-based solutions to climate change

This bill establishes a 5-year pilot program within the state's energy and environmental office to advance nature-based climate solutions (like wetland restoration or urban green spaces). The program defines categories and standards for these solutions, streamlines permitting for research and demonstration projects, and prioritizes projects that advance science, conserve resources, and protect wetlands. It requires the environmental secretary to report annually to the legislature on program categories, permit approval times, modified standards, and project effectiveness. The program directly affects state agencies managing permits and projects implementing nature-based climate strategies.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEstablishes pilot program for nature-based climate solutions, prioritizes wetland protection and resource conservation, directly advancing environmental goals per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Climate Change Conservation

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 2444: An Act relating to embodied carbon emission reductions in state-funded projects

By Mr. Driscoll, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2127) of William J. Driscoll, Jr. for legislation relative to embodied carbon emission reductions in state-funded projects. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates carbon reduction in state projects, advancing clean energy infrastructure goals through embodied carbon limits.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates embodied carbon emission reductions in state-funded projects, directly reducing pollution and advancing climate action per environmental protection focus.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 1449: An Act relative to environmental public health

By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1625) of Bruce E. Tarr, David Allen Robertson and Barry R. Finegold for legislation relative to environmental public health. Public Health.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill title specifies 'environmental public health,' linking environmental factors to public health protection, indicating support for environmental safeguards.80% confidence

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 1347: An Act relative to the conservation land tax credit

This bill expands eligibility for Massachusetts' conservation land tax credit to include private nonprofit trusts focused on land conservation (with 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status). It increases the annual tax credit limit from $2 million to $5 million over multiple years, then resets to $2 million for certain provisions. The changes apply specifically to land conservation organizations meeting federal tax-exempt criteria. The policy directly affects land trusts and conservation nonprofits by increasing financial support for preserving open space. The bill modifies tax credit thresholds in Chapters 62 and 63 of Massachusetts General Laws, with phased implementation from 2026 through 2035.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands tax credit eligibility and increases annual credit limit for conservation nonprofits, providing targeted tax relief under fiscal policy.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill expands tax credits for land conservation nonprofits, directly funding environmental protection through increased financial incentives for land trusts and conservation efforts.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation

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