An Act improving air quality in airport environmental justice communities
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill requires the Massachusetts Port Authority to conduct an environmental risk assessment focusing on the potential health impacts of Logan Airport on the East Boston and Winthrop communities, which are designated as environmental justice communities. The assessment will examine the air quality issues surrounding the airport. The goal is to understand and address the environmental concerns within these areas.
Key provisions
- Requires the Massachusetts Port Authority to conduct an environmental risk assessment.
- Focuses the assessment on Logan Airport’s impact.
- Specifically targets the East Boston and Winthrop communities.
- Examines potential health impacts related to air quality.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts Port Authority
- East Boston residents
- Winthrop residents
- Environmental justice communities
Notable changes
- Introduces a requirement for a specific environmental risk assessment.
- Designates Logan Airport as a focus area for the assessment.
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Sponsors
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5 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Samantha Montaño
William F. MacGregor
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