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CT SB00316
Bill
Status
2/27/2014
Primary Sponsor
Environment Committee
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AI Summary
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Prohibits distribution, sale, or offering for sale of food packaging containing bisphenol-A (BPA) as an intentional component unless labeled on the front of the package effective January 1, 2015.
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Requires labels to state "THIS PACKAGE CONTAINS BISPHENOL-A" in a clear, legible font of not less than twelve-point boldface type.
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Defines "food packaging" as a container or wrapper that comes into direct contact with food and is used to store food or food stuffs for sale.
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Authorizes the Commissioner of Consumer Protection to enforce the provisions within available appropriations.
Legislative Description
An Act Requiring The Labeling Of Food Products That Are Packaged In Materials That Contain Bisphenol-a.
Last Action
Vote to Hold Until Next Meeting
3/27/2014