H3982

Relative to recycling cannabis infused beverages

Introduced·4/3/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H3982 amends recycling laws to include cannabis-infused beverages and exempts distributors from handling fees for these containers.

Massachusetts H3982 amends the state's recycling laws to include cannabis-infused beverages in the definition of redeemable containers. Distributors are exempt from paying handling fees for these containers. Redemption centers must accept these containers if they meet the requirements for redeemable beverage containers. This bill aims to integrate cannabis-infused beverages into the existing recycling framework.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

Jul 22, 2025

10:30 AM

Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy Hearing

Jul 22, 2025

10:30 AM

Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy Hearing

History

May 11

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5396 (under House Rule 27)

Jul 9, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 07/22/2025 from 10:30 AM-01:00 PM in B-2

Jul 9, 2025

Joint

Hearing rescheduled to 07/22/2025 from 10:30 AM-01:00 PM in A-2