S 1594 Massachusetts Senate · 193rd Legislature (2023-2024)

An Act relative to the visibility of fire hydrants

This bill requires fire hydrants in Massachusetts to be painted with colors that make them highly visible and stand out against their surroundings. It specifically prohibits using white as the primary color for hydrants, allowing it only as a secondary accent to enhance contrast. The rule applies to all fire hydrants located on public or private roads throughout the state. By mandating these color standards, the legislation aims to improve the ability of firefighters and emergency responders to quickly locate hydrants during operations.
Bill status passed 3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2023
Committee Review
May 2024
House Passage
Apr 2024
Governor
Introduced Feb 16, 2023 Last action May 16, 2024
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This bill passed the House. No roll call record of that vote is available.
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Total actions
8
Key actions
3
Committee
2
May 16, 2024
Senate · Reported by committee
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules
Apr 25, 2024
House · Passed
House concurred
Apr 4, 2024
House · Passed
House concurred
Feb 16, 2023
House · Passed
House concurred
Feb 16, 2023
Senate · Referred to committee
Referred to the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security
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