H2549
An Act relative to fluoride in water warnings
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Bill overview
This bill requires water systems in Massachusetts to provide public warnings to residents about the presence of fluoride in their drinking water. The goal is to inform consumers about fluoride and allow them to make choices regarding their water consumption. The bill directs water systems to include information about fluoride levels and potential health considerations in their public notices.
Key provisions
- Requires water systems to provide warnings about fluoride.
- Specifies the content of the warnings, including fluoride levels and potential health effects.
- Directs water systems to include this information in public notices.
- Addresses the issue of public awareness regarding fluoride in drinking water.
Who is affected
- Residents of Massachusetts
- Water systems in Massachusetts
- Public health officials
Notable changes
- Introduces a requirement for public warnings about fluoride.
- Builds upon previous legislation addressing fluoride concerns.
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Cosponsors
John R. Gaskey
Karen Spencer
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Bill H.2549 194th (Current)
An Act relative to fluoride in water warnings
By Representative Thurber of Somerset (by request), a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2549) of Karen Spencer and John R. Gaskey relative to fluoride in water warnings. Public Health.
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Presenting Legislator is not a sponsor of this measure.
Presenter: Justin Thurber (By Request)
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.2549
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Public Health |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 6/6/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/11/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 9/11/2025 | House | Reporting date extended to Thursday, October 9, 2025 |
| 3/16/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5235 |
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