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H 5218·MA·house

An Act relative to the blue economy

Reported by CommitteeFiled Mar 12, 2026
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources
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House: Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means

Mar 12, 2026

Summary

The bill creates three state‑funded grant programs: one helping small businesses adopt a circular economy, another supporting research and technology to improve ocean health, and a third providing money to high schools for blue‑STEAM education and job training. It gives priority to minority‑ and women‑owned firms, environmental‑justice communities, and projects that show clear economic and environmental benefits. The aim is to grow sustainable industries, protect the ocean, and create equitable job opportunities.

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