A 4908
Prohibits expenditure of Green Acres funds for purchase, use, installation, or replacement of artificial turf fields.
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Bill overview
This bill prohibits the use of Green Acres funds for purchasing, installing, or replacing artificial turf fields. It cites concerns about the harmful chemicals found in synthetic turf, including carcinogens, microplastics, and PFAS, which can negatively impact human health and the environment. The bill advocates for investment in natural grass playing fields instead.
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Alixon Collazos-Gill
Roy Freiman
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