H 887
An Act relative to on-site sewage disposal systems
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Bill overview
This bill addresses on-site sewage disposal systems in Massachusetts. It aims to establish clearer guidelines and potentially update regulations related to these systems, which are commonly found in rural areas. The bill seeks to ensure the proper functioning and maintenance of these systems to protect public health and the environment. It’s intended to modernize and strengthen the oversight of on-site sewage disposal.
Key provisions
- Establishes guidelines for the inspection and maintenance of on-site sewage disposal systems.
- Addresses potential upgrades or replacements of aging systems.
- Clarifies responsibilities for homeowners and local boards of health.
- May include provisions for funding or technical assistance related to system improvements.
- Focuses on protecting water quality and public health.
- Considers the impact of climate change on these systems.
- Addresses system failures and remediation.
- Requires periodic assessments of system performance.
Who is affected
- Homeowners with on-site sewage disposal systems
- Local boards of health
- Environmental Protection Agency
- Municipalities in Massachusetts
- Residents of rural areas
Notable changes
- Potentially updates regulations for existing on-site sewage systems.
- May introduce new inspection requirements.
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Primary sponsor
James Arciero
Cosponsor
James Arciero
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Bill H.887 194th (Current)
An Act relative to on-site sewage disposal systems
By Representative Arciero of Westford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 887) of James Arciero relative to on-site sewage disposal systems. Environment and Natural Resources.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: James Arciero Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.887
| 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 |
| 9/25/2025 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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