S 1518
An Act relative to fluoride in water warnings
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Bill overview
This bill, S.1518, proposed requiring water providers in Massachusetts to issue warnings to residents about the presence of fluoride in their drinking water. The bill aimed to increase public awareness of fluoride’s potential health effects and provide individuals with the option to seek alternative sources of fluoride if desired. It was ultimately unsuccessful and failed in the Senate.
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Primary sponsor
Peter J. Durant
Cosponsor
Julie Farrell
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Bill S.1518 194th (Current)
An Act relative to fluoride in water warnings
By Mr. Durant (by request), a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1518) of Julie Farrell, for legislation relative to fluoride in water warnings. Public Health.
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Presenting Legislator is not a sponsor of this measure.
Presenter: Peter J. Durant (By Request)
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.1518
| 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 |
| 12/18/2025 | Senate | Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2888 |
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