Massachusetts H5446: An Act to authorize the town of Topsfield to prohibit or restrict the application of second generation anticoagulant rodenticides

What the bill says

From the introduced text, May 20, 2026:

SECTION 1. Notwithstanding any general or special law to the contrary, the Town of Topsfield may adopt a by-law restricting the use of second generation anticoagulant rodenticides on private property in the town of Topsfield. SECTION 2. This act shall take effect upon its passage.

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Sponsors

• Kristin Kassner (D) · primary sponsor
• Tarr, Andrew (D, 5th Essex)
• Sally Kerans (D, 13th Essex)

Latest actions

1. August 6, 2026: Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling
2. June 18, 2026: Hearing scheduled for 07/01/2026 from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM in B-1
3. May 21, 2026: Senate concurred
4. May 20, 2026: Referred to the committee on Environment and Natural Resources

Votes

• Committee Vote - Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources (July 28, 2026): 10 yea, 0 nay, passed

Common questions

What is H5446?

H5446 is a bill in the Massachusetts Legislature (194th General Court): An Act to authorize the town of Topsfield to prohibit or restrict the application of second generation anticoagulant rodenticides.

What is the status of H5446?

In committee as of August 6, 2026. Latest action: Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling (August 6, 2026).

Who sponsored H5446?

Kristin Kassner (D), with 2 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for H5446?

On the Massachusetts Legislature website: https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H5446