Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 1556: An Act prohibiting the use of lead paint on outdoor structures
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 1556 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act prohibiting the use of lead paint on outdoor structures. Primary sponsor: Edward J. Kennedy. Most recent recorded action (October 30, 2025): Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Mr. Kennedy, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1556) of Edward J. Kennedy for legislation to prohibit the use of lead paint on outdoor structures. Public Health.
Sponsors
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edward J. Kennedy | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
- Hearing rescheduled to 09/10/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:35 PM in B-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time
- Hearing scheduled for 09/10/2025 from 10:00 AM-1:00 PM in B-2
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Public Health