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H 2449

An Act providing municipalities to opt out of fluoridation treatments

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Natalie Higgins

Overview: H 2449, "An Act providing municipalities to opt out of fluoridation treatments", was introduced on February 27, 2025 and has had its reporting date extended to October 9,

Accompanied a study order, see H5235
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Bill Summary · H 2449

Overview: H 2449, "An Act providing municipalities to opt out of fluoridation treatments", was introduced on February 27, 2025 and has had its reporting date extended to October 9, 2025.

Purpose and Intent: The bill seeks to grant municipalities the authority to opt out of adding fluoride to their public water supplies, giving local governments more control over this public health measure.

Key Provisions:
- Allows municipalities to hold a public referendum to decide whether to discontinue the addition of fluoride to their public water systems
- Requires a majority vote of the municipality's residents to opt out of mandatory water fluoridation

Affected Parties and Impacts: This bill would impact municipalities and their residents, giving them the power to decide whether to continue or discontinue the fluoridation of their public water supplies. It could potentially affect public health outcomes related to dental health.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The reporting date for H 2449 has been extended, suggesting that the legislative committee is still gathering information and considering the implications of the bill before making a recommendation.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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