H 960
An Act relative to requiring the sealing of containers transporting solid waste
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This bill proposed requiring containers transporting solid waste in Massachusetts to be sealed. The goal was to reduce odors, litter, and potential environmental contamination from these containers. It aimed to improve the visual appearance of communities and minimize negative impacts associated with waste transport. Ultimately, the bill failed to pass.
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Bill H.960 194th (Current)
An Act relative to requiring the sealing of containers transporting solid waste
By Representative González of Springfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 960) of Carlos González relative to requiring the sealing of containers transporting solid waste. Environment and Natural Resources.
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Presenter: Carlos González
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.960
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Environment and Natural Resources |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 6/10/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 2/26/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5149 |
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