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MA S125

To regulate the sale and use of microwave ovens


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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
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)

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