S 615
An Act relative to liability for release of hazardous materials
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This bill, S.615, addresses liability for the release of hazardous materials in Massachusetts. It aims to clarify and strengthen the legal framework surrounding incidents involving hazardous substances, ensuring that responsible parties are held accountable for cleanup costs and damages. The bill seeks to improve the process for reporting and addressing releases, ultimately protecting public health and the environment. It builds upon existing legislation concerning hazardous materials liability.
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Bill S.615 194th (Current)
An Act relative to liability for release of hazardous materials
By Mr. Kennedy, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 615) of Edward J. Kennedy for legislation relative to liability for release of hazardous materials. Environment and Natural Resources.
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Presenter: Edward J. Kennedy Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.615
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Environment and Natural Resources |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 6/10/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 8/11/2025 | Senate | Accompanied by S664 |
| 8/11/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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