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Environment committee advances materials-management bill amid questions about school costs

Environment Committee · March 18, 2026
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The Environment Committee voted to report H.B. 5524 — updating the state's materials-management system — to the floor after members praised its goals but pressed for clarity on reporting costs for school systems.

The Environment Committee voted on March 18 to report H.B. 5524, “An Act Concerning the State’s Materials Management System,” to the floor for further consideration after a discussion about implementation and cost. Chair Representative John Parker moved the proposal to report JFS to the floor; Representative Gresco moved and Representative Reyes seconded the motion.

Representative Kelly said she supported the bill’s aims but worried…

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