H 3525
An Act promoting the proper disposal of miniatures
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Bill overview
This bill aims to clarify which small beverage containers are covered under Massachusetts’ ‘bottle bill,’ which requires retailers to accept deposits on beverage containers for recycling. Specifically, it seeks to define ‘miniature beverage containers’ more precisely to ensure they are included in the program. The bill was referred to the Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy committee and subsequently concurred in by the Senate.
Key provisions
- Defines ‘miniature beverage containers’ for inclusion in the bottle bill.
- Expands the scope of containers subject to the bottle bill deposit.
- Addresses the specific types of small containers that may be included.
- Reinforces the state’s recycling program for beverage containers.
Who is affected
- Retailers
- Consumers
- Beverage manufacturers
- Recycling facilities
- The State of Massachusetts
Notable changes
- Clarifies the definition of ‘miniature beverage containers’ within the existing bottle bill framework.
- Potentially expands the range of containers subject to the deposit requirement.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Joseph D. McKenna
Cosponsors
Alyson M. Sullivan-Almeida
Joseph D. McKenna
Kelly W. Pease
Steven George Xiarhos
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Bill H.3525 194th (Current)
An Act promoting the proper disposal of miniatures
By Representative McKenna of Sutton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3525) of Joseph D. McKenna and Alyson M. Sullivan-Almeida for legislation to further define miniature beverage containers under the "bottle bill", so-called. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
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Presenter: Joseph D. McKenna
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.3525
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 6/11/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/18/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 9/15/2025 | House | Reporting date extended to Wednesday, December 3, 2025 |
| 12/4/2025 | House | Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026 |
| 4/6/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5323 |
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