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CO HB1135

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/6/2026

Primary Sponsor

Regina English

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates the "Hair Product Transparency and Safety Act" requiring warning labels on hair relaxers and synthetic hairpiece products containing carcinogens or reproductive toxicants, effective July 1, 2027

  • Requires warning labels in at least 12-point font stating "This product contains a chemical known to cause cancer" and/or "This product contains a chemical known to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm"

  • Applies to in-store sales and internet transactions, with online sales requiring conspicuous warning statements at the time of purchase

  • Defines carcinogens based on classifications from the International Agency for Research on Cancer (WHO), the federal Department of Health and Human Services, and the EPA

  • Imposes civil penalties of up to $10,000 per day per violation for manufacturers who fail to comply, with penalties credited to the general fund

Legislative Description

Transparency of Chemicals Used in Hair Products

Public Health

Last Action

Introduced In Senate - Assigned to Business, Labor, & Technology

3/6/2026

Committee Referrals

Business, Labor, & Technology3/6/2026
Committee of the Whole2/26/2026
Business Affairs and Labor2/4/2026

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