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NY S09379

NY S09379
Relates to the regulation of ingredients in feminine hygiene products.


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Introduced
05/23/2022
In Committee
05/23/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

2021-2022 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the public health law, in relation to the regulation of ingredients in feminine hygiene products

AI Summary

This bill amends the public health law to regulate the ingredients in feminine hygiene products. It defines "feminine hygiene products" as items like tampons, pads, and wipes used for menstruation or other genital-tract secretions, and "restricted substances" as unsafe chemicals such as lead, mercury, and certain phthalates and parabens. The bill requires manufacturers to remove these restricted substances from feminine hygiene products sold in New York state within one year of the law's effective date.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

REFERRED TO WOMEN'S ISSUES (on 05/23/2022)

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