An Act to further research and report analysis of athletic performance surfaces their safety and recommendations

This bill establishes a new commission in Massachusetts to study the safety and costs of athletic performance surfaces, such as artificial turf and grass, which are used in schools, parks, and other public facilities. The eleven-member commission will include experts from health research, environmental agencies, sports medicine, coaching, and the general public to conduct a comprehensive analysis of these surfaces. Over a period of up to two years, the group will hold public hearings and produce a detailed report offering factual findings and recommendations regarding the long-term public health effects and value of these surfaces.