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MA S1559
MA S1559Relative to the establishment of the PFAS Research and Development Public Safety Fund
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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
05/22/2024
05/22/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to establish the PFAS Research and Development Public Safety Fund. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
AI Summary
This bill establishes the PFAS Research and Development Public Safety Fund. PFAS refers to Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl substances. The fund will be administered by the secretary of public safety and security and will be used to support the development, testing, and purchasing of PFAS-free firefighter turnout gear moisture barrier materials and designs that meet or exceed current standards without compromising protection or performance. The fund will also support the development and testing of other new materials and designs for turnout gear that reduce the dangers firefighters face, such as enhanced protection against particulates and combustion byproducts, and greater ease of cleaning.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Justice
Sponsors (13)
Mike Moore (D)*,
Sal DiDomenico (D),
Jamie Eldridge (D),
Paul Feeney (D),
Jim Hawkins (D),
Vanna Howard (D),
Jake Oliveira (D),
Marc Pacheco (D),
Angelo Puppolo (D),
Becca Rausch (D),
Bruce Tarr (R),
John Velis (D),
Steve Xiarhos (R),
Last Action
No further action taken (on 12/31/2024)
Bill Topics
Environment
- ‐ Toxic Chemicals and Hazardous Substances
Labor and Employment
- ‐ Worker Safety and Protection
Law, Crime, and Family Issues
- ‐ Police, Fire, and Law Enforcement
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1559 | 03/11/2023 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1559.pdf | 03/11/2023 |
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