H 968
An Act establishing a lithium-ion battery stewardship program
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Bill overview
This bill creates a lithium-ion battery stewardship program in Massachusetts. The program aims to manage the collection, recycling, and proper disposal of lithium-ion batteries to reduce environmental impact and ensure responsible handling of these materials. It seeks to address the growing volume of used batteries and prevent harmful substances from entering the environment. The specific details of the program, such as collection methods and funding mechanisms, are still being developed.
Key provisions
- Establishes a framework for managing lithium-ion batteries throughout their lifecycle.
- Requires manufacturers and importers of lithium-ion batteries to contribute to a stewardship program.
- Focuses on collection and recycling infrastructure for used batteries.
- Aims to minimize environmental contamination from discarded batteries.
- Likely includes provisions for safe handling and transportation of batteries.
Who is affected
- Manufacturers of lithium-ion batteries
- Importers of lithium-ion batteries
- Consumers in Massachusetts
- Recycling facilities
- The environment
Notable changes
- This bill introduces a new approach to managing lithium-ion battery waste in Massachusetts.
- It builds upon previous efforts to establish stewardship programs for other hazardous materials.
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Kristin E. Kassner
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Bill H.968 194th (Current)
An Act establishing a lithium-ion battery stewardship program
By Representative Hogan of Stow, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 968) of Kate Hogan for legislation to establish a lithium-ion battery stewardship program. Environment and Natural Resources.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Kate Hogan Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.968
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Environment and Natural Resources |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 4/23/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 8/11/2025 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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