S 1556
An Act prohibiting the use of lead paint on outdoor structures
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This bill prohibits the use of lead-based paint on outdoor structures in Massachusetts. Lead paint poses a significant health risk, particularly to children, and this legislation aims to reduce exposure by preventing its application on buildings and other outdoor surfaces. The bill seeks to protect public health by eliminating a known source of lead contamination. It builds upon previous attempts to address this issue.
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Bill S.1556 194th (Current)
An Act prohibiting the use of lead paint on outdoor structures
By Mr. Kennedy, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1556) of Edward J. Kennedy for legislation to prohibit the use of lead paint on outdoor structures. Public Health.
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Presenter: Edward J. Kennedy Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.1556
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Public Health |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 8/29/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/10/2025 from 10:00 AM-1:00 PM in B-2 |
| 9/10/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 09/10/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:35 PM in B-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 10/30/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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