The bill details the operations and achievements of the Massachusetts Toxics Use Reduction Act (TURA) Program, which aims to reduce the use of toxic chemicals in businesses and communities while promoting safer alternatives. It is administered by the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP), the Office of Technical Assistance and Technology (OTA), and the Toxics Use Reduction Institute (TURI). In FY23, TURA filers reported a 62% decrease in toxic chemical usage and a 76% reduction in on-site releases since 2007. Key updates include the establishment of the Administrative Council on Toxics Use Reduction, which oversees the TURA Toxic or Hazardous Substances List, and new provisions for Toxics Use Reduction Planner certification. The bill also emphasizes ongoing efforts to address per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and promote safer cleaning alternatives.

Additionally, the bill outlines the financial allocations for the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and TURI for the fiscal year, with DEP's budget totaling $619,834 and TURI's budget at $1,629,860. The total expenditures for both entities amount to $2,712,602, with reported revenues of $2,781,505, resulting in a surplus of $68,903. The bill highlights the importance of environmental justice by ensuring that all communities are protected from environmental hazards and includes metrics to track progress in outreach to facilities in environmental justice neighborhoods. Overall, the bill aims to promote safer alternatives to harmful chemicals while ensuring equitable access to information and resources for all communities.