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MA H480

MA H480
Relative to Massachusetts-manufactured face coverings (“masks”)


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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

By Ms. Domb of Amherst, a petition of Mindy Domb and others that the Department of Public Health be authorized to purchase face coverings. Covid-19 and Emergency Preparedness and Management.

AI Summary

This bill authorizes the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to contract with manufacturers based in the Commonwealth to produce cloth face coverings (masks) that meet CDC guidelines. It prioritizes manufacturers with union contracts and requires the Department to purchase and distribute these masks to local emergency management directors and health officers for use by municipal employees and residents. The goal is to ensure the availability of Massachusetts-manufactured masks during public health emergencies like the COVID-19 pandemic.

Committee Categories

Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (5)

Last Action

Accompanied a new draft, see H4714 (on 04/21/2022)

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