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SD 748

An Act warning consumers of the health risks of gas stoves

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Cynthia Creem

Massachusetts requires labeling on new gas stoves from 2026 warning of indoor air pollutants and asthma risks, plus visible in-store and online notices.

House concurred
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Bill Summary · SD 748

Summary of Massachusetts Bill SD 748: An Act warning consumers of the health risks of gas stoves

Overview

  • Bill number: SD 748
  • Title: An Act warning consumers of the health risks of gas stoves
  • Introduced: February 27, 2025
  • Status: House concurred (the House approved the measure as part of the legislative process)
  • Intent: To require labeling and public notices about health risks associated with indoor use of gas stoves, and to authorize enforcement under existing consumer protection statutes.

Key provisions

Definition

  • Gas stove: A household natural gas stove or range used for indoor food preparation, providing surface cooking, oven cooking, or broiling.

labeling requirement (manufacture date trigger)

  • Effective for stoves manufactured on or after January 1, 2026.
  • Label on the stove: A visible adhesive label bearing the message:
    • “WARNING: Gas stoves can release nitrogen dioxide and carbon monoxide inside homes at levels exceeding the Environmental Protection Agency’s standards for outdoor air quality. The presence of these pollutants may exacerbate pre-existing respiratory illnesses or lead to the development of asthma, especially in children. Gas stoves may also release other pollutants, including benzene and formaldehyde.”
  • Placement and readability: Labels affixed by manufacturers/importers in a location easily read by a consumer, with type size no smaller than the largest type size used for other consumer information on the product.

premisis signs and online notices

  • Physical sale locations: A conspicuous sign or poster at the sales premises displaying the same warning, with:
    • At least 72-point bold lettering.
    • The word “WARNING” in at least 2-inch lettering.
    • Placement as close as possible to the display of gas stoves.
  • Online sales: If sold online, a conspicuous notice on the product listing page bearing the same warning.

enforcement and regulatory authority

  • Consumer protection basis: Violations are treated as unfair or deceptive acts or practices under Chapter 93A.
  • Remedies: All remedies, penalties, and enforcement authority under Chapter 93A apply.
  • Regulations: The Department (unspecified in the summary but typically a department of consumer protection or similar) may adopt regulations on label/sign/poster placement and formatting.

Who/what is affected

  • Manufacturers and importers of gas stoves manufactured on or after January 1, 2026.
  • Retailers selling gas stoves (in-store and online) in Massachusetts.
  • Consumers purchasing or considering the purchase of gas stoves.
  • Enforcement agencies under Massachusetts consumer protection law (Chapter 93A).

Timeline and implementation

  • Labeling requirement effective date: January 1, 2026 for newly manufactured stoves.
  • Implementation tasks: Manufacturers/importers must affix labels; retailers must display signs/posters; online listings must include notices.
  • Regulatory guidance: The Department may issue regulations on label and sign placement and formatting.

Notes

  • The bill emphasizes public health risk communication, particularly regarding nitrogen dioxide, carbon monoxide, benzene, formaldehyde, and potential asthma development, especially in children.
  • It leverages existing consumer protection enforcement mechanisms to address noncompliance.

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

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