Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 1040: An Act ban the use of tire-derived materials in playgrounds and playing fields in Massachusetts
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 1040 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act ban the use of tire-derived materials in playgrounds and playing fields in Massachusetts. Primary sponsor: Jeff Roy (Democratic). It lists 3 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (March 30, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see H5307.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Roy of Franklin (by request), a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1040) of Tracy Stewart for legislation to further regulate the use of tire-derived materials in playgrounds and playing fields. Environment and Natural Resources.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeff Roy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 10th Norfolk |
| James Arena-DeRosa | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 8th Middlesex |
| Carmine Gentile | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 13th Middlesex |
| Tracy Stewart | Co-sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Accompanied a study order, see H5307
- Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Environment and Natural Resources