August 2007 – Proponents of the update begin their work to pass the required legislation. Supporters are encouraged to contact MASSPIRG or Massachusetts Sierra Club.
August 2007- Hearing date of September 18 postponed. New date not announced as of 8/27/07.
January:2007 Legislation that would update the Bottle Bill was filed by Rep. Douglas Petersen (D-Marblehead) and Rep. Marty Walz (D-Boston). Both of these would update the bottle bill by including "new age" drinks such as non-carbonated beverages, water, iced tea, juice, and sports drinks. These bills were referred to the Joint Committee on Telecommunications and Energy. Other bills that would update the bottle bill have also been filed.