MA H241

Bill

MA H241

Relative to protecting consumers of the Commonwealth

Introduced
01/20/2015

In Committee
03/30/2016

Crossed Over

Passed

Dead
07/31/2016

Introduced Session

189th General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to the sale of used mattresses, box springs, studio couches and futon mattresses. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

AI Summary

This bill amends Chapter 94 of the General Laws by adding a new section that requires any previously used mattress, box spring, studio couch, or futon mattress to be clearly and conspicuously marked with a tag stating, "This mattress, box spring, studio couch or futon mattress has been previously used and is being offered for resale," before it is sold wholesale, at retail, or otherwise. This provision aims to protect consumers by ensuring transparency about the condition of these bedding items being resold.

Committee Categories

Labor and Employment

Sponsors (1)

Harold Naughton (D)*,

Last Action

Read second and ordered to a third reading (on 05/02/2016)

Official Document

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H241

(10 Companion Bills)

Version:

Document Type	Source Location
State Bill Page	https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H241
Bill	https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H241.pdf

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