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Introduced
02/10/2022
02/10/2022
In Committee
02/10/2022
02/10/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislationfor legislation to direct the Department of Environmental Protection to publish a toxic chemicals of concern consumer products list, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2676).
AI Summary
This bill directs the Department of Environmental Protection to publish a list of toxic chemicals of concern in children's products, known as the "chemicals of concern list." Manufacturers of children's toys containing chemicals on this list must notify the department every two years, providing details on the chemicals used, their function, and potential safer alternatives. The bill also requires the department to consult with the Toxics Use Reduction Institute and the Administrative Council on Toxics Use Reduction to submit a report on toxic chemicals in children's toys, including policy recommendations to protect children from toxic exposures and potential regulations or legislation.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (12)
Jo Comerford (D),
Sal DiDomenico (D),
Diana Dizoglio (D),
Michelle DuBois (D),
Cindy Friedman (D),
Tami Gouveia (D),
Jim Hawkins (D),
Natalie Higgins (D),
David LeBoeuf (D),
Jack Lewis (D),
Walter Timilty (D),
Tommy Vitolo (D),
Other Sponsors (1)
Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure (J)
Last Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 02/10/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S2676 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S2676.pdf |
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