Bill > H2549

This bill amends Chapter 111 of the Massachusetts General Laws by requiring that the annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) on water quality include specific warning language when fluoride levels in drinking water are at or above 0.3 parts per million (ppm). The required warning language highlights potential health risks for specific populations, including pregnant individuals and their offspring, bottle-fed babies, diabetics, and people with kidney, thyroid, or inflammatory conditions. The warning emphasizes two main concerns: developmental neurotoxicity and potential dental damage for pregnant individuals and infants, and the risk of exacerbating certain health conditions for individuals with specific medical backgrounds. By mandating this disclosure in the annual water quality report, the bill aims to provide consumers with more transparent information about potential health risks associated with fluoride in drinking water, allowing them to make more informed decisions about their water consumption.

Health and Social Services

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2549