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A 6813

Provides for a public health study by the department of health on the installation of synthetic turf

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Judy Griffin and 1 co-sponsor

Requires the Department of Health to study the public health effects of installing synthetic turf, informing future policy, safety standards, and procurement for fields.

REFERRED TO HEALTH
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Bill Summary · A 6813

Summary of A 6813 – Public health study on synthetic turf

Overview

A 6813, introduced on March 14, 2025, would require the Department of Health to conduct a public health study concerning the installation of synthetic turf. The bill has been referred to the Health Committee for consideration. Primary sponsor is Judy Griffin, with Tommy Schiavoni as a cosponsor. Related bills from prior sessions (S 1735, S 853, S 2439, S 7124, S 6531, S 3280, S 4028, S 3269; and A 6206) are listed as related or predecessor measures.

Purpose and Intent

  • Establishes a mandated public health study conducted by the Department of Health focused on the installation of synthetic turf.
  • The aim is to better understand potential public health implications associated with synthetic turf installations, informing future policy or guidance.

Key Provisions (as described)

  • Directs the Department of Health to perform a public health study on the installation of synthetic turf.
  • Specific scope, methodology, funding, and reporting requirements are not detailed in the summary information provided; these elements would be defined in the full bill text.

Affected Parties

  • Department of Health: Responsible for carrying out the study.
  • State and local governments, school districts, parks and recreational facilities, and other entities considering or using synthetic turf installations.
  • Players, athletes, and the general public who may be affected by synthetic turf environments.
  • Manufacturers and suppliers of synthetic turf components could be indirectly impacted by findings and potential policy guidance.

Procedural/Timeline Aspects

  • Introduced: March 14, 2025.
  • Status: Referred to Health (committee stage) on March 14, 2025.
  • No additional legislative actions or timeline milestones are listed in the provided information; passage would depend on committee consideration and subsequent floor votes.

Related Legislation

  • Related bills from prior sessions listed as S 1735, S 853, S 2439, S 7124, S 6531, S 3280, S 4028, S 3269, and A 6206. These may reflect ongoing interest or similar concepts regarding synthetic turf and public health.

Potential Impact

  • If enacted, the bill would initiate a formal assessment of health-related aspects of synthetic turf installations, potentially influencing future regulatory guidance, procurement decisions, and safety standards for fields and facilities.
  • Outcomes could affect local government projects, school athletic programs, and turf manufacturers depending on the study findings and any subsequent policy actions.

Note: For precise scope, required deliverables (e.g., final report, timelines), and any funding provisions, the full text of the bill would need to be reviewed.

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

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