Massachusetts H199 prohibits gender-based division of childcare items in retail stores.

Massachusetts H199 amends the General Laws to prevent retail department stores with over 500 employees from segregating childcare articles and toys by gender. This law aims to ensure that children have equal access to all types of products, regardless of gender. Non-compliance with this provision within 30 days of notice from the attorney general results in a civil penalty of up to $1,000. The act will take effect 180 days after its passage.

Massachusetts H199 prohibits gender-based division of childcare items in retail stores.

Massachusetts H199 amends the General Laws to prevent retail department stores with over 500 employees from segregating childcare articles and toys by gender. This law aims to ensure that children have equal access to all types of products, regardless of gender. Non-compliance with this provision within 30 days of notice from the attorney general results in a civil penalty of up to $1,000. The act will take effect 180 days after its passage.