H2449
An Act providing municipalities to opt out of fluoridation treatments
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Bill overview
This bill would allow Massachusetts municipalities to choose whether or not to continue providing fluoride treatments to their water supplies. Currently, the state requires most communities to add fluoride to the public water system. This legislation would give local governments the option to opt out of this requirement, giving them more local control over public health decisions.
Key provisions
- Municipalities can vote to opt out of fluoride water treatment.
- The bill does not mandate a specific process for municipalities to opt out.
- It allows local communities to determine the best approach for public health.
- The bill aims to provide local control over public water systems.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts municipalities
- Residents of Massachusetts municipalities
- Public health officials in Massachusetts
Notable changes
- Changes the current state mandate requiring fluoride in public water systems.
- Provides municipalities with the authority to make decisions about water treatment.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Natalie M. Higgins
Cosponsor
Karen Spencer
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Bill H.2449 194th (Current)
An Act providing municipalities to opt out of fluoridation treatments
By Representative Higgins of Leominster (by request), a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2449) of Karen Spencer relative to providing municipalities an opt out of fluoridation treatments. Public Health.
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Bill Information
Presenting Legislator is not a sponsor of this measure.
Presenter: Natalie M. Higgins (By Request)
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.2449
| 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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