H4543
An Act clarifying the existing pipefitting exemption
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Bill overview
This bill aims to clarify and define the existing exemptions related to pipefitting licenses in Massachusetts. It seeks to provide greater clarity and reduce potential confusion surrounding which activities and individuals are exempt from certain licensing requirements. The legislation is a response to a petition requesting further regulation of these exemptions. The bill was amended and replaced by H.4816.
Key provisions
- Clarifies the scope of existing pipefitting exemptions.
- Defines specific activities that may be exempt.
- Addresses potential ambiguities in current regulations.
- Provides greater transparency regarding licensing requirements.
Who is affected
- Pipefitters
- Construction workers
- Contractors
- Consumers
- Licensing boards
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Primary sponsor
Marcus S. Vaughn
Cosponsors
David T. Vieira
Marcus S. Vaughn
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Bill H.4543 194th (Current)
An Act clarifying the existing pipefitting exemption
By Representative Vaughn of Wrentham, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Marcus S. Vaughn and David T. Vieira for legislation to further regulate pipefitting exemptions. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
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Presenter: Marcus S. Vaughn
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.4543
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 3/20/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on House Rules |
| 9/15/2025 | House | Reported, referred to the committee on Joint Rules, reported, rules suspended and referred to the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure |
| 9/18/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 10/10/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/20/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2 |
| 12/8/2025 | House | Accompanied a new draft, see H4816 |
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