An Act relative to clean lighting and appliance efficiency standards

This bill bans the sale and distribution of most mercury-based fluorescent lamps (including common screw/bayonet CFLs and linear tubes) starting January 1, 2027, directly affecting retailers and manufacturers. Exceptions include specialized lamps for medical devices, photography, germicidal use, industrial processes, and vehicles manufactured before 2020. Violations may result in civil penalties of up to $100 for first offenses and $500 for repeated violations. The law focuses on phasing out specific lighting technologies while maintaining exemptions for essential non-residential applications.