Bill > SB754

This bill requires manufacturers of disposable tampons and pad products to maintain detailed information about the concentrations of specific chemicals (lead, arsenic, cadmium, and zinc) in their products starting December 31, 2026. The Department of Toxic Substances Control (the department) is granted authority to identify and publish additional "concerning chemicals" based on their presence in menstrual products and potential public health impacts. Manufacturers may be required to track and report on these additional chemicals, and the department can establish and publish acceptable testing methods and laboratory standards. Upon request, manufacturers must provide technical documentation and test results, and they will be responsible for covering the costs of testing their own products. The department can conduct independent testing, publish test results, and provide public information about potential health risks associated with chemicals in menstrual products. Any fees collected will be deposited into the T.A.M.P.O.N. (Toxic and Menstrual Products Oversight Necessities) Act Fund and can be used to support the implementation and oversight of these requirements. The overall goal of the bill is to increase transparency and understanding of chemical contents in menstrual products to protect public health.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance

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