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ID SCR135
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Introduced
2/10/2014
Primary Sponsor
Health and Welfare Committee
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AI Summary
- Encourages companies to substitute safer alternatives for harmful substances in household products, particularly those used by pregnant women and children
- Identifies specific toxic substances of concern including phthalates, mercury, perfluorinated compounds, bisphenol A, and flame retardant tetrabromobisphenol A
- Notes that over 30 years of environmental health studies have linked toxic substance exposure to increases in cancer, birth defects, and pregnancy complications
- Documents that identified toxic substances have been found in human blood, breast milk, drinking water, and consumer products used in homes, child care facilities, and schools
- Commends Idaho companies that voluntarily disclose, reduce, or avoid harmful substances in their manufacturing processes
Legislative Description
Stating findings of the Legislature and encouraging companies to avoid substances likely to be harmful and to substitute safer alternatives whenever feasible in household products, especially those likely to be used by pregnant women and children.
HOUSEHOLD PRODUCTS
Last Action
Recommitted to Health & Welfare
2/19/2014
Committee Referrals
Judiciary and Rules2/10/2014
Full Bill Text
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