Massachusetts S624 imposes a 36-month moratorium on artificial grass and turf installations to assess safety and environmental impact.

Massachusetts S624 mandates a 36-month pause on installing artificial grass and turf surfaces to evaluate their safety and potential environmental contamination, particularly from PFAS chemicals. During this period, the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs will conduct an evaluation, with input from experts like those at Northeastern University's PFAS Lab. If a Comprehensive Athletic Surface Performance Commission exists or is created, it will report findings before the moratorium ends.

Massachusetts S624 imposes a 36-month moratorium on artificial grass and turf installations to assess safety and environmental impact.

Massachusetts S624 mandates a 36-month pause on installing artificial grass and turf surfaces to evaluate their safety and potential environmental contamination, particularly from PFAS chemicals. During this period, the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs will conduct an evaluation, with input from experts like those at Northeastern University's PFAS Lab. If a Comprehensive Athletic Surface Performance Commission exists or is created, it will report findings before the moratorium ends.