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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to regulate the sale and use of microwave ovens. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
AI Summary
This bill aims to establish minimum safety requirements for all microwave ovens sold and operated in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Key provisions include limiting the size and wattage of microwave ovens, requiring motion sensors and drop tests to ensure safety, mandating registration and locking devices, restricting internet sales and resales, limiting households to one microwave oven, prohibiting minors from operating them, and requiring licensed dealers and buyer acknowledgment of the regulations. The goal is to enhance consumer protection and professional oversight around the sale and use of these household appliances.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Hearing scheduled for 10/03/2017 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in A-1 (on 09/20/2017)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S125 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S125.pdf |
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