Bill
HD 2889
Overview: Bill Number: HD 2889, Title: An Act relative to the Massachusetts lead law and promoting equal access to lead-free housing, Status: proposed bill, Introduced: November 29
Overview: Bill Number: HD 2889, Title: An Act relative to the Massachusetts lead law and promoting equal access to lead-free housing, Status: proposed bill, Introduced: November 29, 2025
Purpose and Intent: This bill aims to strengthen the state's lead law and promote greater access to lead-safe housing, particularly for low-income families and vulnerable populations. The goal is to reduce the risk of lead exposure and its associated health impacts, especially for children.
Key Provisions:
- Lowers the lead level threshold that triggers mandatory lead abatement in residential properties
- Requires landlords to disclose lead inspection results and provide lead-safe certification for rental units
- Establishes a grant program to assist low-income homeowners and landlords with the cost of lead remediation
- Enhances enforcement mechanisms and penalties for non-compliance with lead safety regulations
Affected Parties and Impacts: This bill would primarily affect property owners, landlords, and low-income residents. It seeks to ensure more homes are lead-safe, which would benefit children and other vulnerable individuals at risk of lead exposure. The grant program could help alleviate the financial burden of lead remediation for some property owners.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: As a proposed bill, this legislation is in the early stages of the legislative process. If passed, the new lead safety requirements and grant program would likely be implemented within a reasonable timeframe to address the urgent public health concerns related to lead exposure.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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