H 942
An Act relative to the siting of facilities dealing with refuse
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Bill overview
This bill addresses the location of facilities that handle refuse, such as landfills and waste processing centers. It aims to establish clearer guidelines and processes for the siting of these facilities to minimize potential negative impacts on communities. The bill seeks to ensure that these facilities are located in a way that protects public health and the environment. It establishes a framework for considering factors like proximity to residential areas, water sources, and sensitive ecosystems.
Key provisions
- Establishes a process for reviewing proposed locations of refuse facilities.
- Requires consideration of potential impacts on air and water quality.
- Mandates public notification and opportunity for comment during the siting process.
- Specifies factors to be considered, including proximity to residential areas and sensitive environmental areas.
- Requires the Department of Environmental Protection to develop guidelines for siting refuse facilities.
Who is affected
- Local communities
- Environmental organizations
- Waste management companies
- The Department of Environmental Protection
- Residents near proposed facilities
Notable changes
- The bill introduces a formalized process for reviewing the location of refuse facilities.
- It emphasizes public participation in the siting decision-making process.
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Primary sponsor
William C. Galvin
Cosponsor
William C. Galvin
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Bill H.942 194th (Current)
An Act relative to the siting of facilities dealing with refuse
By Representative Galvin of Canton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 942) of William C. Galvin relative to the siting of refuse facilities. Environment and Natural Resources.
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Presenter: William C. Galvin
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.942
| 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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