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MA S1400

Relative to the reduction of certain toxic chemicals in firefighter personal protective equipment


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Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
04/27/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation relative to the reduction of certain toxic chemicals in firefighter personal protective equipment. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

AI Summary

This bill aims to regulate the use of certain toxic chemicals, specifically PFAS chemicals, in firefighter personal protective equipment. It requires manufacturers or sellers of such equipment to provide written notice to the purchaser if the equipment contains PFAS chemicals and the reason for their inclusion. The bill also prohibits the manufacturing, sale, or distribution of firefighting protective equipment containing intentionally added PFAS chemicals after January 1, 2022. The bill defines key terms such as "firefighting personal protective equipment," "local governments," "manufacturer," and "PFAS chemicals."

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (18)

Last Action

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules (on 04/27/2020)

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