In Massachusetts there is legislation to close the antifreeze poisoning loophole. S.88 An Act Relative to Anti-freeze and Engine Coolant, which would require the addition of a bittering agent to wholesale containers of engine coolant or anti-freeze, which were exempted in the law that passed during the last legislative session. This would expand the current antifreeze law to prevent poisonings of children and animals. On June 12, 2012, S.88 passed the Senate unanimously and is awaiting a final vote in the House. Find out what the laws are in your area and speak to your representatives and let them know that you want to put an end to child and animal antifreeze poisoning deaths.
Antifreeze Poisoning in Massachusetts
As of 2011, Massachusetts law requires the addition of a bittering agent to retail containers of antifreeze to deter ingestion and poisonings of children and animals. However, many people get their cars serviced at garages, which use wholesale containers of antifreeze that are not treated with a bittering agent. Leaks of untreated antifreeze still result in poisonings. In MA legislation has been filed that would require that wholesale containers, such as those used at automotive service stations, also contain a bittering agent to prevent ingestion. Find out what your state requires and speak to your representatives about a national law.
Collection Drive Continues
Y3K Tutor In Your Home will make Animal Rescue League of Boston blankets, toys and food pickups this week in Dover, Natick, Needham, Newton, Brookline, Wayland, Wellesley, Weston and Sudbury. Call or email to schedule a pickup! For those that are outside of these towns, we also have drop off locations in Needham and Newton.
7th Annual Animal Rescue League Collection Drive
COMING SOON: From Nov 1 – Jan 1 we will be collecting old towels, blankets, toys, bedding, and food for the Animal Rescue League of Boston’s Dedham shelter. This is our 7th annual collection drive. We will travel to your home even if you are not a client. For more information or to schedule a pick up, call 781-492-8700.