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IL HB1269

Bill

Status

Failed

1/8/2013

Primary Sponsor

Elaine Nekritz

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Origin

House of Representatives

97th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Prohibits sale or distribution of reusable children's food or beverage containers (including baby bottles and sippy cups) containing bisphenol-A (BPA) beginning June 1, 2012.

  • Prohibits sale or distribution of infant formula and baby food stored in cans, jars, or plastic containers containing BPA beginning June 1, 2016.

  • Authorizes Illinois Environmental Protection Agency and Department of Public Health to participate in an interstate chemical safety clearinghouse to share data on chemical hazards and promote safer alternatives.

  • Requires manufacturers and wholesalers to notify retailers at least 90 days before each restriction takes effect; retailers who unknowingly sell restricted products are exempt from liability.

  • Grants Attorney General enforcement authority including power to issue subpoenas, conduct investigations, seek injunctive relief, and impose civil penalties up to $50,000 per violation.

Legislative Description

CHILD-SAFE CHEMICALS ACT

Last Action

Session Sine Die

1/8/2013

Committee Referrals

Rules3/17/2011
Environmental Health2/14/2011
Rules2/8/2011

Full Bill Text

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