H 4058
An Act relative to HVAC safety accountability and public transparency
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Bill overview
This bill aims to improve safety and transparency in the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) industry in Massachusetts. It seeks to establish greater accountability for HVAC companies and technicians regarding negligence and potential harm to consumers. The bill intends to increase public access to information about HVAC contractor licensing and performance, ultimately protecting residents from unsafe practices.
Key provisions
- Requires HVAC companies to maintain detailed records of their work and safety practices.
- Establishes a process for consumers to report complaints about HVAC contractors.
- Creates a system for tracking and addressing complaints related to HVAC negligence.
- Mandates that HVAC companies provide consumers with clear information about their qualifications and insurance.
- Allows for increased oversight of HVAC contractor licensing by the state.
- Supports a study order related to HVAC safety (H4733).
Who is affected
- Consumers in Massachusetts
- HVAC companies operating in Massachusetts
- HVAC technicians operating in Massachusetts
- The Massachusetts State Licensing Board
- The Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure Committee
Notable changes
- Increases transparency regarding HVAC contractor licensing and performance.
- Establishes a formal process for handling complaints about HVAC negligence.
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Bill H.4058 194th (Current)
An Act relative to HVAC safety accountability and public transparency
By Representatives Cruz of Salem and Reid of Lynn, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4058) of Manny Cruz relative to licensure of and negligence by HVAC companies and technicians. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
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Presenters: Manny Cruz , Sean Reid
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.4058
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 5/1/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure |
| 5/5/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 6/16/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/23/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1 |
| 11/17/2025 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H4733 |
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