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MA S1410

MA S1410
Relative to newborn infant products


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Introduced
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation relative to products used on newborn infants. Public Health.

AI Summary

This bill aims to amend Chapter 111 of the General Laws to require the Department of Public Health to establish guidelines for the use of certain products, such as those containing 1,4-dioxane, formaldehyde, fragrances, nitrosamines, petroleum-based products, parabens, talc, propylene glycol, mineral oil, or triclosan, on newborn infants in birth centers or birth center facilities. The bill also requires the department to promulgate rules and regulations regarding such centers or facilities providing or offering these types of products as gifts to parents of newborn infants.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2692 (on 02/14/2022)

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