Massachusetts 191st Legislature (2019-2020) Status: Introduced 6 D cosponsors

HD 3285 — An Act to establish a sharps stewardship program

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    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed House
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    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill died with 191st Legislature (2019-2020). It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

In plain language

This bill creates a program for safe disposal of used sharps like needles.

HD 3285 establishes a stewardship program to manage the disposal of used sharps. It aims to ensure safe and environmentally-friendly disposal options are available.

What this means for you
  • Healthcare: Healthcare providers will have clearer systems for disposing of sharps, reducing risk to staff and patients.
  • Environment: Better disposal practices will help prevent environmental contamination from hazardous waste.

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Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 9 co-sponsors · 194 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

  • Jon Santiago

Co-sponsors (9)

Not signed on (194)

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Frequently asked questions

Who sponsors HD 3285?
HD 3285 is sponsored by Liz Miranda (Democrat), José F. Tosado, Dylan A. Fernandes (Democrat), Jon Santiago, Tricia Farley-Bouvier (Democrat), Carlos González (Democrat), Joseph A. Boncore, Jay D. Livingstone (Democrat), Elizabeth A. Malia, and Thomas P. Walsh (Democrat).
What is the current status of HD 3285?
This bill died with 191st Legislature (2019-2020). It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
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