H 2664
An Act establishing a board of hoisting machinery regulations
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Bill overview
This bill proposes to create a board specifically dedicated to regulating hoisting machinery. The board’s purpose would be to establish and enforce standards for the safe operation and maintenance of this equipment. Currently, there is no dedicated regulatory body overseeing hoisting machinery in Massachusetts, and this bill aims to address this gap. The establishment of this board is intended to improve safety and prevent accidents related to the use of hoisting machinery.
Key provisions
- Establish a board of hoisting machinery regulations.
- The board will be responsible for setting safety standards.
- The board will oversee the inspection and maintenance of hoisting machinery.
- The board will have the authority to issue permits and enforce regulations.
- The board will be responsible for investigating accidents involving hoisting machinery.
Who is affected
- Construction workers
- Manufacturers
- Businesses that use hoisting machinery
- Massachusetts residents
Notable changes
- Currently, there is no specific regulatory body for hoisting machinery in Massachusetts.
- This bill creates a new regulatory framework.
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Primary sponsor
John J. Mahoney
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Bill H.2664 194th (Current)
An Act establishing a board of hoisting machinery regulations
By Representative Mahoney of Worcester, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2664) of John J. Mahoney and others relative to establishing a board of hoisting machinery regulations. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
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Bill Information
Presenter: John J. Mahoney Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.2664
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 8/26/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/10/2025 from 1:00 PM-5:00 PM in A-2 |
| 11/12/2025 | House | Accompanied by H2639 |
| 11/12/2025 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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