Bill > S05663

This bill prohibits the sale of cleaning products containing the antimicrobial compounds triclosan, triclocarban, or their derivatives within New York State, with an exception for products used solely in medical facilities. The bill defines "cleaning products" broadly to include items like dishwashing liquids, laundry detergents, soaps, and sanitizers. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is authorized to promulgate rules and regulations to implement the provisions of this bill, and violators may face civil penalties of up to $1,000 per day for the first violation and up to $2,500 per day for a second violation. The bill will take effect one year and six months after it becomes law, with the department given one year to establish any necessary rules or regulations.