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NY A08723
NY A08723Relates to the ban of the use of certain flame retardant chemicals in furniture and mattresses and in electronic casings.
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Introduced
01/11/2022
01/11/2022
In Committee
01/19/2022
01/19/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
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 regulate the use of certain flame retardant chemicals in upholstered furniture, mattresses, and electronic display enclosures. It defines "organohalogen flame retardant chemical" and prohibits the sale of new upholstered furniture, mattresses, and electronic displays containing such chemicals, with certain exceptions. The bill also requires custom upholsterers to avoid using replacement components containing these chemicals. Additionally, it introduces a certification of compliance requirement for manufacturers of these products to ensure they meet the new regulations.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
substituted by s7737 (on 01/19/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2021/A8723 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=A08723&term=2021&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#A08723 |
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