H 5267·MA·house
An Act protecting drinking water and public health from sand mining pollution
Reported by CommitteeFiled Mar 19, 2026
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources
Latest Action
House: Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means
Mar 19, 2026
Summary
The bill sets up an advisory commission made up of state officials, experts, NGOs and tribal representatives to examine how sand mining affects drinking water, air quality, workers, environmental‑justice communities and climate resilience. The commission must finish its study within two years and recommend changes to mining licensing and related regulations.
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