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Read. Follow. Verify.Massachusetts Bans the Purchase and Consumption of Russian-Made Products
Last action · February 17, 2026: Accompanied a study order, see H5081Sponsor: Patrick Kearney
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What This Bill Would Do
Massachusetts bans all consumers and entities from purchasing or consuming any products made in Russia, effective immediately upon passage.
Prohibits commercial and individual transactions involving goods manufactured in Russia across the commonwealth.
Who It Would Affect
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Consumers and entities in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
All consumers and entities are prohibited from purchasing or consuming any products made in Russia.
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Votes, people, money & the original sourceWhere This Stands
Currently in committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.
Procedural history
4 actions- Feb 17, 2026HouseAccompanied a study order, see H5081
- Oct 10, 2025JointHearing scheduled for 10/20/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2
- Feb 27, 2025SenateSenate concurred
- Feb 27, 2025HouseCommitteeReferred to the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure
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0–100- Significance60How much this matters to a regular citizen
- Controversy75Intensity of disagreement among stakeholders
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