An Act to improve enforcement of environmental quality
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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 strengthen the enforcement of environmental regulations in Massachusetts. It seeks to improve the state’s ability to address public health concerns and environmental pollution, with a particular focus on environmental justice. The bill’s specific details are currently being examined through a study order, as part of a larger process to evaluate and enhance environmental enforcement practices.
Key provisions
- Initiates a study order (H5281) to assess current environmental enforcement practices.
- Focuses on improving enforcement related to public health and environmental pollution.
- Addresses environmental justice concerns within the enforcement framework.
- The bill was referred to the Committee on The Judiciary.
- A hearing was scheduled and subsequently rescheduled to examine the bill's objectives.
Who is affected
- The general public
- Environmental regulators in Massachusetts
- Businesses subject to environmental regulations
- Communities impacted by environmental pollution
Notable changes
- The bill’s implementation will be guided by the findings of the study order (H5281).
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Sponsors
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2 on record
Primary sponsor
Michael S. Day
Cosponsor
Vincent Lawrence Dixon
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