An Act to require transparency and disclosure by materials recovery facilities
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to increase transparency and disclosure requirements for materials recovery facilities (MRFs) in Massachusetts. It requires MRFs to provide information about their operations, including waste processing methods, recycling rates, and the destinations of recovered materials. The goal is to improve public understanding of how waste is handled and to promote more sustainable waste management practices. This legislation seeks to ensure accountability and potentially identify areas for improvement in the recycling industry.
Key provisions
- MRFs must disclose their waste processing methods.
- MRFs must report recycling rates for different materials.
- MRFs must identify where recovered materials are sent.
- The bill establishes reporting requirements for MRFs.
- It mandates transparency in MRF operations.
- The bill aims to improve data collection on waste management.
Who is affected
- Materials Recovery Facilities (MRFs)
- Waste Management Industry
- Massachusetts Residents
- Environmental Organizations
- State Government
Notable changes
- This bill introduces new reporting requirements for MRFs.
- It expands transparency regarding waste processing and material destinations.
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Sponsors
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2 on record
Primary sponsor
David M. Rogers
Cosponsor
David M. Rogers
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