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MA H1908

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

James Murphy

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Origin

House of Representatives

194th General Court

AI Summary

  • Prohibits selling, distributing, delivering, or giving away energy drinks to anyone under age 18

  • Defines covered beverages as those exceeding 71 mg caffeine per 12 oz serving that contain taurine and glucuronolactone, OR dietary supplement soft drinks with 80+ mg caffeine per 8 oz containing methylxanthines, B vitamins, and herbal ingredients marketed for energy

  • Establishes escalating fines: $50 minimum for first offense, $100 for second offense, $250 for third offense

  • Adds new Section 30 to Chapter 270 of the Massachusetts General Laws

  • Filed by Representative James M. Murphy (4th Norfolk) and referred to the Judiciary Committee

Legislative Description

To prohibit the sale of "energy drinks" to persons under the age of 18

Last Action

Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order

10/20/2025

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/27/2025

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