S1630
An Act relative to opting out of fluoridation
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Bill overview
This bill would allow Massachusetts cities and towns to choose whether or not to add fluoride to their public water supplies. Currently, the state requires most communities to fluoridate, but this legislation would give local governments the option to opt out. Supporters argue that residents should have a choice about whether or not to receive fluoride, while opponents emphasize the public health benefits of water fluoridation.
Key provisions
- Municipalities can vote to opt out of adding fluoride to their water supply.
- The bill would remove the state-wide requirement for fluoridation.
- Local communities would determine their own water fluoridation policies.
- The bill does not establish a timeline for municipalities to make decisions.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts municipalities
- Residents of Massachusetts communities
- Public health officials
- Water utilities
Notable changes
- Changes the current state policy regarding water fluoridation.
- Provides local control over a public health measure.
- Allows communities to deviate from the existing state mandate.
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Primary sponsor
Bruce E. Tarr
Cosponsor
Bruce E. Tarr
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Bill S.1630 194th (Current)
An Act relative to opting out of fluoridation
By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1630) of Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to provide municipalities to opt out of fluoridation treatments. Public Health.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Bruce E. Tarr
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.1630
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Public Health |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 6/6/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/11/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 12/4/2025 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S2790 |
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