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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
04/05/2018
04/05/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to secondary metals dealings. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
AI Summary
This bill regulates secondary metals dealings in Massachusetts. It establishes a registration process for secondary metals dealers, who must comply with certain procedures when purchasing metal products, such as verifying the seller's identity and maintaining detailed transaction records. The bill prohibits dealers from accepting certain items, such as guardrails, manhole covers, and historical markers, that are deemed "prohibited metals." Penalties are imposed for violations, including fines and potential criminal charges. The bill also requires the Commissioner of Banks to establish a 2-year pilot program to implement a Massachusetts Abandoned Property Registry to address vacant or foreclosing properties.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Labor and Employment
Sponsors (11)
Jennifer Benson (D),
Paul Brodeur (D),
Josh Cutler (D),
Angelo D'Emilia (R),
Dan Donahue (D),
Michelle DuBois (D),
Lori Ehrlich (D),
Ron Mariano (D),
Joe McGonagle (D),
Theodore Speliotis (D),
Paul Tucker (D),
Last Action
No further action taken (on 01/01/2019)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1984 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1984.pdf |
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