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Bill > H2467
MA H2467
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"
summary
Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/17/2022
03/17/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to window guards in residential homes. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a Window Falls Prevention Program within the Department of Public Health and mandates the installation of window guards in residential homes where children under the age of six reside on the third floor or higher. The bill defines "window guards" as devices installed in windows to prevent children from accidentally falling out. It requires landlords to provide window guards at no additional cost to tenants, and prohibits the removal of window guards except for emergency egress during a fire or other hazardous situation. The program will focus on educating the public about the dangers of children falling from windows and promoting awareness of mitigation measures. The Department of Public Health can investigate complaints and impose civil penalties of up to $10,000 for violations not remedied within 10 business days.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
No further action taken (on 01/03/2023)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H2467 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H2467.pdf |
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