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CT HB05329

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/1/2018

Primary Sponsor

Committee on Children

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Origin

House of Representatives

2018 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Prohibits manufacturers, wholesalers, and retailers from manufacturing, selling, or distributing children's products or upholstered residential furniture containing 100 parts per million or greater of organohalogen flame retardant chemicals (including bromine and chlorine compounds) effective July 1, 2019.

  • Defines "children's products" as items designed for children 12 years or younger, including clothing, toys, mattresses, and strollers, but excludes food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, electronics, and toys meeting federal safety standards.

  • Defines "upholstered residential furniture" as padded, cushioned furniture intended for home or lodging use.

  • Requires manufacturers to notify retailers and distributors in Connecticut of the prohibition requirements by April 1, 2019.

  • Exempts individuals using, reselling, or distributing children's products or furniture for personal, family, or household purposes.

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning The Use Of Flame Retardant Chemicals In Children's Products And Upholstered Residential Furniture.

Last Action

Referred by House to Committee on Appropriations

4/10/2018

Committee Referrals

Appropriations4/10/2018
Joint Committee on Children3/1/2018

Full Bill Text

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