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MA H1204

MA H1204
To prohibit the sale of "energy drinks" to persons under the age of 18


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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 prohibit the sale of “energy drinks”, so-called, to persons eighteen years old or younger. Public Health.

AI Summary

This bill proposes to prohibit the sale of "energy drinks" to persons under the age of 18. The key provisions include defining "energy drinks" as beverages that exceed a caffeine content of 6 milligrams per fluid ounce, contain taurine and glucuronolactone, or are classified as dietary supplements with 80 or more milligrams of caffeine per 8 fluid ounces. The bill establishes fines for violations, starting at $50 for the first offense, $100 for the second, and $250 for the third.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4625 (on 06/18/2018)

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