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This bill amends Massachusetts General Laws to provide municipalities with a clear process for opting out of water fluoridation programs. Specifically, the bill allows any town, city, or district currently implementing artificial fluoridation to end these programs through a local ordinance passed by the local legislative body, such as a City Council, Town Meeting, or Water Commissioners. The process can be initiated by a petition signed by at least ten registered voters. Additionally, the bill grants water superintendents or water commissioners the authority to suspend fluoridation programs if they determine that the program poses potential risks to consumers, workers, infrastructure, or the environment. This legislation gives local communities more control over their water treatment processes and provides a mechanism for halting fluoridation based on local concerns or professional assessment of potential risks.

Health and Social Services

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1630