H 1020
An Act to improve the review and regulation of emerging contaminants on public water systems
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Bill overview
This bill aims to strengthen the review and regulation of emerging contaminants in Massachusetts’ public water systems. It seeks to improve the process for identifying and addressing these contaminants, which may not be currently monitored or regulated. The bill intends to ensure that public water supplies are protected from potentially harmful substances. This legislation builds upon previous efforts to address water quality concerns.
Key provisions
- Requires the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to review emerging contaminants.
- Establishes a process for evaluating the potential health risks of these contaminants.
- Supports the development of regulations for monitoring and controlling emerging contaminants.
- Focuses on public water systems within the state.
- Expands the scope of contaminants considered to include those not currently regulated.
Who is affected
- Public water system providers
- Residents of Massachusetts
- The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection
- Environmental regulators
Notable changes
- Addresses contaminants beyond those currently regulated.
- Requires a systematic review process for emerging contaminants.
- Potentially leads to new monitoring and control measures for water quality.
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Primary sponsor
Edward R. Philips
Cosponsor
Edward R. Philips
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Bill H.1020 194th (Current)
An Act to improve the review and regulation of emerging contaminants on public water systems
By Representative Philips of Sharon, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1020) of Edward R. Philips relative to emerging contaminants on public water systems. Environment and Natural Resources.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Edward R. Philips Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.1020
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Environment and Natural Resources |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 5/21/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 8/28/2025 | House | Reporting date extended to Wednesday, December 31, 2025 |
| 12/24/2025 | House | Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026 |
| 3/19/2026 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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