H1072

Of improving environmental justice in Black communities

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H1072 aims to improve environmental justice in Black communities by authorizing environmental audits and designating green zones.

Massachusetts H1072, known as the Commonwealth GREEN ZONES ACT, seeks to improve environmental justice in Black communities by authorizing the Secretary of the Executive Office of Environmental Affairs to conduct environmental audits in targeted environmental justice neighborhoods. These neighborhoods are defined by specific criteria, including income levels, minority population, and English language proficiency. The audits will identify environmental burdens and opportunities for sustainability and resilience.

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Where it stands

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Sponsors

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Calendar

Sep 2, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources Hearing

History

Mar 30

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5307

Nov 26, 2025

House

Reporting date extended to Wednesday, December 31, 2025

Aug 21, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 09/02/2025 from 1:00 PM-5:00 PM in A-1