An Act protecting our soil and farms from PFAS contamination
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to protect Massachusetts’s soil and farms from contamination by PFAS chemicals. It seeks to address the growing concern about these chemicals, which can accumulate in the environment and potentially harm agricultural land and crops. The legislation focuses on preventing further PFAS contamination and mitigating existing risks to the state’s agricultural sector. It’s part of a series of bills addressing PFAS impacts across various sectors.
Key provisions
- Requires the Department of Agricultural Resources to assess the extent of PFAS contamination in agricultural soils.
- Establishes guidelines for testing soil for PFAS levels.
- Supports research into methods for remediating PFAS-contaminated soil.
- May provide resources for farmers impacted by PFAS contamination.
- Directs the Department of Environmental Protection to prioritize PFAS monitoring in agricultural areas.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts Farmers
- Agricultural Landowners
- The Department of Agricultural Resources
- The Department of Environmental Protection
- Residents of Massachusetts
Notable changes
- The bill is part of a series of related legislative efforts addressing PFAS contamination in Massachusetts.
- It builds upon previous legislation like S.39 and S.2802, which also aim to combat PFAS issues.
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Sponsors
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11 on record
Primary sponsor
Joanne M. Comerford
Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
Joanne M. Comerford
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