2021 House Bill 4769

Expand asbestos mitigation rules, requirements, restrictions

Introduced in the House

May 4, 2021

Introduced by Rep. Bill Sowerby (D-31)

To prohibit government entities from contracting out an asbestos abatement project unless before bidding the contractor files an affidavit describing any criminal environmental law convictions. violation notices or consent judgment in the past five years. This is part of a legislative package comprised of House Bills 4766 to 4771.

Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation

May 27, 2021

Reported without amendment

Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.

Oct. 28, 2021

Passed in the House 95 to 10 (details)

Received in the Senate

Nov. 2, 2021

Referred to the Committee on Environmental Quality