H 2616
An Act to establish a window falls prevention program within the Department of Public Health and mandate window guards in residential homes AKA "Zella Ray's Law"
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Bill overview
This bill, known as "Zella Ray’s Law," aims to prevent falls from windows in residential homes by establishing a state program and requiring the installation of window guards. The program will be overseen by the Department of Public Health, and the goal is to protect vulnerable individuals, particularly children and seniors, from potential injuries. This legislation builds upon previous attempts to address this safety issue.
Key provisions
- Establish a window falls prevention program within the Department of Public Health.
- Mandate the installation of window guards in residential homes.
- The program will focus on preventing falls from windows.
- The Department of Public Health will oversee the implementation of the program.
- The law is intended to protect vulnerable populations.
Who is affected
- Homeowners
- Renters
- Children
- Seniors
- Families
Notable changes
- Requires window guards in residential homes.
- Creates a state-level program to support the mandate.
- Builds on previous attempts to address window fall hazards.
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Primary sponsor
Colleen M. Garry
Cosponsor
Colleen M. Garry
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Bill H.2616 194th (Current)
An Act to establish a window falls prevention program within the Department of Public Health and mandate window guards in residential homes AKA "Zella Ray's Law"
By Representative Garry of Dracut, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2616) of Colleen M. Garry relative to window guards in residential homes. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Colleen M. Garry Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.2616
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 6/5/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/11/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 9/22/2025 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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