An Act protecting drinking water and public health from sand mining pollution
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill establishes an advisory panel to investigate the impact of sand mining on Massachusetts’ drinking water and public health. The panel will include members of the General Court and will assess the current and potential effects of sand mining operations. The goal is to better understand the scope of the issue and develop recommendations for protecting water resources. This legislation aims to ensure the safety and quality of drinking water supplies.
Key provisions
- Creation of an advisory panel to study sand mining impacts.
- Panel membership will include General Court members.
- The panel will assess current and potential impacts on drinking water.
- The panel will investigate the scope and scale of sand mining operations.
- The panel’s findings will inform recommendations for protecting water resources.
- The bill references similar legislation (H.5267) regarding sand mining pollution.
Who is affected
- Residents of Massachusetts
- Drinking water consumers
- Environmental regulators
- Sand mining companies
- The General Court
Notable changes
- Establishes a new mechanism for investigating sand mining impacts.
- Includes representatives from the legislative branch in the investigation.
- Focuses specifically on the impact of sand mining on drinking water quality.
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Sponsors
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12 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Amy Mah Sangiolo
James B. Eldridge
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