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Introduced
02/07/2025
02/07/2025
In Committee
03/21/2025
03/21/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Environmental Protection Act. Provides that, on and after January 1, 2030, no person shall sell or offer for sale in the State a new washing machine for residential, commercial, or State use unless the washing machine: (1) contains a microfiber filtration system with a mesh size of not greater than 100 micrometers; and (2) bears a conspicuous label that is visible to the consumer, in the form of a sticker or any other label type, that includes a specified statement. Provides that a person or entity who violates this prohibition shall be liable for a civil penalty not to exceed $10,000 for a first violation and not to exceed $30,000 for each subsequent violation.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Environmental Protection Act to require that, starting January 1, 2030, all new washing machines sold in the state must include a microfiber filtration system with a mesh size of 100 micrometers or smaller. The microfiber filtration system can either be integrated directly into the washing machine design as a built-in filter or included as an in-line filter that is packaged and sold with the machine. Additionally, these washing machines must have a conspicuous label visible to consumers that provides specific information about the microfiber filter. Sellers who violate this requirement will face civil penalties of up to $10,000 for a first offense and up to $30,000 for subsequent violations. The goal of this legislation appears to be reducing microfiber pollution by ensuring that washing machines can capture tiny synthetic fibers that are released during clothing wash cycles, which can otherwise enter waterways and the broader environment.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee (on 03/21/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=3816&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104 |
| BillText | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/HB/10400HB3816.htm |
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