Bill > HB4596

This bill creates new requirements for the labeling of certain disposable wipe products sold in Michigan. The key provisions are: 1. The bill defines "covered products" as certain premoistened nonwoven disposable wipes, including baby/diapering wipes and wipes likely to be used in bathrooms. 2. The bill requires covered products to display a "DO NOT FLUSH" symbol and label on the principal display panel, with specific size and placement requirements depending on the packaging type. 3. The bill prohibits any representation that a covered product is "flushable." 4. The label requirements apply to covered products regulated under the federal Hazardous Substances Act and Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act. 5. Manufacturers of covered products regulated under the federal insecticide law must submit the required symbol and label notice to state agencies for approval. 6. The bill establishes civil fines for violations, ranging from $2,000 for a first offense up to $10,000 for third and subsequent offenses.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

http://legislature.mi.gov/doc.aspx?2023-HB-4596