An Act protecting our soil and farms from PFAS contamination
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to protect Massachusetts’s soil and farms from the harmful effects of PFAS chemicals. It addresses damages caused by PFAS contamination and seeks to safeguard agricultural land and food production. The legislation focuses on preventing further PFAS contamination and potentially providing recourse for those affected by existing contamination. It’s part of a series of similar bills addressing PFAS concerns.
Key provisions
- Addresses damages caused by PFAS contamination on farms.
- Protects agricultural land from PFAS contamination.
- Seeks to prevent further PFAS contamination.
- May provide a pathway for affected farmers to seek compensation.
Who is affected
- Farmers
- Agricultural Landowners
- Residents of Massachusetts
- The agricultural sector
- Environmental stakeholders
Notable changes
- This bill is part of a series of similar proposals addressing PFAS contamination.
- It builds upon existing efforts to regulate PFAS chemicals.
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Sponsors
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36 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Adrianne Pusateri Ramos
Amy Mah Sangiolo
Carmine Lawrence Gentile
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