H 379 Massachusetts House · 193rd Legislature (2023-2024)

An Act relative to the transport, storage and sale of used bedding

This bill requires that used bedding be sanitized or sealed before being transported, stored, or sold alongside new bedding. The law mandates that any sanitization process must be approved by the state Department of Health and specifically target pests like bedbugs and dust mites, as well as allergens and other contaminants. Alternatively, the bedding must be enclosed in plastic or similar material designed to prevent contaminants from passing through. These rules directly affect businesses and individuals involved in the resale or movement of second-hand mattresses and pillows in Massachusetts.
Bill status passed 3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2023
Committee Review
Feb 2023
Senate Passage
Feb 2023
Governor
Introduced Feb 16, 2023 Last action May 30, 2024
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This bill passed the Senate. No roll call record of that vote is available.
Full legislative history

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Total actions
5
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Feb 16, 2023
Upper · Passed
Senate concurred
upper
Feb 16, 2023
Committee
Referred to the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure
lower
1 primary · 2 co-sponsors

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