MAHB submits recommendations to state agencies on the regulation, siting, and public health considerations of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) in Massachusetts.
MAHB SAPHE 2.0 Guidance Document - 8-6-25 On November 20, 2024, Governor Healey signed the Economic Development Bill into law, which included the State Action for Public Health Excellence legislation, commonly known as SAPHE 2.0 (pronounced “safe”). Amending G.L. c....
The purpose of the Open Meeting Law is to ensure transparency in the deliberations on which public policy is based. Because the democratic process depends on the public having knowledge about the considerations underlying governmental action, the Open Meeting Law...
Please find a template for the Regulation of the [city/town] Board of Health Restricting the Sale of Tobacco Products. Simply click on the pdf to download a copy. Final Model Tobacco Sales Reg 3.26.25 Whereas, there exists conclusive evidence that tobacco smoking...
2025 Session Theme - Public Health Law Topics for Boards of Health and Health Departments OPEN TO ALL BOARD OF HEALTH MEMBERS AND STAFF IF YOUR TOWN IS A MEMBER OF A SHARED SERVICES ARRANGEMENT, YOU ARE ELIGIBLE FOR FEE REIMBURSEMENT OR DIRECT BILLING FROM YOUR SHARED...
Massachusetts Association of Health Boards Guidance Document, Local Boards of Health Ordering Food Safety Consultant, January 1, 2025 This guidance document is for legal education only and does not constitute legal advice. For legal advice, please consult with your...
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