H 994
An Act regulating the application of fertilizer used in the town of Orleans
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Bill overview
This bill aims to regulate the use of fertilizer within the town of Orleans, Massachusetts. It’s based on a petition from the town’s residents and seeks to establish guidelines for applying fertilizer to protect the local environment. The bill’s purpose is to minimize potential negative impacts from fertilizer runoff on waterways and promote sustainable land management practices. This legislation builds upon previous efforts to address similar concerns in Orleans.
Key provisions
- Establishes guidelines for the application of fertilizer in Orleans.
- Aims to reduce fertilizer runoff into local waterways.
- Supports sustainable land management practices.
- Based on a petition from the town of Orleans.
Who is affected
- Residents of Orleans, Massachusetts
- Farmers and landowners in Orleans
- The town of Orleans government
- Local waterways in Orleans
Notable changes
- This bill represents a focused effort to regulate fertilizer use specifically within Orleans.
- It builds upon previous local initiatives related to environmental protection.
- The bill’s details will determine the specific requirements for fertilizer application.
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Bill H.994 194th (Current)
An Act regulating the application of fertilizer used in the town of Orleans
By Representative Luddy of Orleans and Senator Cyr, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 994) of Hadley Luddy and Julian Cyr (by vote of the town) relative to regulating the application of fertilizer used in the town of Orleans. Environment and Natural Resources. [Local Approval Received.]
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Presenters: Hadley Luddy , Julian Cyr City/Town: Orleans (Local Approval Received)
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.994
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Environment and Natural Resources |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 4/1/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 04/08/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 2/26/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5149 |
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