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Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
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)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H480 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H480.pdf |
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