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NY S07737
NY S07737Relates to the ban of the use of certain flame retardant chemicals in furniture and mattresses and in electronic casings.
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Introduced
01/07/2022
01/07/2022
In Committee
01/19/2022
01/19/2022
Crossed Over
01/19/2022
01/19/2022
Passed
01/24/2022
01/24/2022
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
01/24/2022
01/24/2022
Introduced Session
2021-2022 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the environmental conservation law, in relation to the regulation of chemicals in upholstered furniture, mattresses and electronic enclosures
AI Summary
This bill amends the Environmental Conservation Law to ban the use of certain flame retardant chemicals in new upholstered furniture, mattresses, and electronic display enclosures sold in New York. It defines "organohalogen flame retardant chemicals" and requires manufacturers to certify that their products comply with the law. The bill also prohibits custom upholsterers from using these chemicals when repairing or reupholstering furniture. The provisions take effect in December 2024 for new furniture and displays, and December 2025 for custom upholstery work.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
SIGNED CHAP.11 (on 01/24/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2021/S7737 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=S07737&term=2021&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#S07737 |
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