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MA H583
Bill
Status
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Sean Garballey
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AI Summary
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Requires all Massachusetts public schools (grades K-12) to install and operate air quality monitoring (AQM) systems by January 1, 2026
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AQM systems must measure carbon dioxide (CO2), carbon monoxide (CO), particulate matter (PM10 and PM2.5), volatile organic compounds (VOCs), temperature, and relative humidity
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Applies to all school facilities including permanent buildings, portable structures, and commercial or donated spaces used for educational purposes
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Mandates that air quality data be made publicly available through an accessible online database
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Requires ventilation verification assessments to be performed by certified third-party contractors to ensure schools meet industry air quality standards
Legislative Description
To improve student and staff attendance and performance by ensuring air quality monitoring in schools throughout the commonwealth
Last Action
Hearing scheduled for 07/21/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium
7/10/2025