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The 194th General Court of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Bill S.199 194th (Current)

An Act warning consumers of the health risks of gas stoves

By Ms. Creem, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 199) of Cynthia Stone Creem for legislation relative to warning consumers of the health risks of gas stoves. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

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Bill Information

Presenter:
Cynthia Stone Creem
Status:
Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
This bill would prohibit anyone from selling a gas stove in the Commonwealth unless it bears the following health warning: “WARNING: Gas stoves can release nitrogen dioxide and carbon monoxide inside homes at levels exceeding the Environmental Protection Agency’s standards for outdoor air quality. The presence of these pollutants may exacerbate pre-existing respiratory illnesses or lead to the development of asthma, especially in children. Gas stoves may also release other pollutants, including benzene and formaldehyde.” A sign bearing the warning would also have to be displayed at the premises where the gas stove is for sale; for Internet sales, a notice bearing the warning would have to be displayed on the web page where the gas stove is listed for sale.
* The bill summary was created by the Primary Sponsor of the bill; no committee of the General Court certifies the accuracy of its contents.

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