H 4024
An Act relative to a study to determine standards of mold levels in multi-unit dwellings
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Bill overview
This bill directs the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to conduct a study on mold levels and spores in multi-unit dwellings. The goal of the study is to determine appropriate standards for mold presence within these types of buildings. This research will inform potential guidelines and regulations related to mold management in shared living spaces. The study is part of a broader effort to address concerns about mold exposure in residential properties.
Key provisions
- Authorize the Department of Public Health to conduct a study.
- Focus of the study is mold levels and spores in multi-unit dwellings.
- The study aims to establish standards for mold presence.
- The study is linked to a related study, H.5234
Who is affected
- Tenants in multi-unit dwellings
- Landlords of multi-unit dwellings
- The Department of Public Health
- Massachusetts residents
Notable changes
- Establishes a need for research into mold standards in multi-unit housing.
- Connects this bill to a related study (H.5234).
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Primary sponsor
Bruce J. Ayers
Cosponsor
Bruce J. Ayers
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Bill H.4024 194th (Current)
An Act relative to a study to determine standards of mold levels in multi-unit dwellings
By Representative Ayers of Quincy, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4024) of Bruce J. Ayers that the Department of Public Health be authorized to study mold and mold spores in multi-unit dwellings. Public Health.
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Presenter: Bruce J. Ayers
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Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.4024
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 4/10/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Public Health |
| 4/14/2025 | Senate | Senate 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 |
| 3/16/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5234 |
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