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MN HF914

MN HF914
Nonwoven disposable product labelling provided.


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Introduced
02/10/2021
In Committee
02/10/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/23/2022

Introduced Session

92nd Legislature 2021-2022

Bill Summary

A bill for an act relating to environment; providing for labeling of certain nonwoven disposable products; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 325E.

AI Summary

This bill establishes new requirements for the labeling of nonwoven disposable products sold in Minnesota. It defines key terms like "flushable, septic safe, or sewer safe" and sets standards for when a product can be advertised or labeled as such. The bill prohibits the sale of any nonwoven disposable product that does not comply with the newest industry labeling code approved by the Pollution Control Agency. Manufacturers who violate these provisions face civil penalties, though the bill provides some exceptions for broadcasters, publishers, wholesalers, and retailers. The new requirements take effect on August 1, 2022.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduction and first reading, referred to Commerce Finance and Policy (on 02/10/2021)

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