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DE HB110
Bill
Status
5/1/2013
Primary Sponsor
John Kowalko
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AI Summary
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Establishes new Chapter 105 in Title 16 of Delaware Code to regulate flame retardants in children's products and residential upholstered furniture
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Prohibits manufacturers, wholesalers, and retailers from selling or distributing children's products or residential upholstered furniture containing TRIS (three specific phosphate compounds) in amounts greater than 50 parts per million beginning July 1, 2014
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Prohibits sale or distribution of children's products or residential upholstered furniture containing any "chemical of high concern" beginning July 1, 2015
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Requires manufacturers to notify retailers and sellers in Delaware at least 90 days before the effective date of restrictions
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Establishes civil penalties of up to $1,000 for first violations and up to $5,000 for repeat violations by manufacturers; exempts sales of previously owned products and nonprofit organizations
Legislative Description
An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Flame Retardants.
Last Action
Re-Assigned to Natural Resources Committee in House
5/1/2013