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IL SB2950
Bill
Status
Passed
8/27/2012
Primary Sponsor
Ira Silverstein
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AI Summary
- Prohibits manufacturers and wholesalers from selling children's food or beverage containers containing bisphenol A beginning January 1, 2013, and prohibits retailers from knowingly selling such containers beginning January 1, 2014
- Defines "child" as any person less than 3 years of age and applies to empty bottles or cups designed or intended for use by children
- Exempts used children's food or beverage containers from the bisphenol A prohibition
- Authorizes the Illinois Attorney General to investigate violations, require statements under oath, examine merchandise and records, and seek injunctions against violators
- Establishes civil penalties of up to $200 per day for each violation, with penalties deposited into the Attorney General Court Ordered and Voluntary Compliance Payment Projects Fund
- Provides for repeal of the Act if the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issues a final rule prohibiting polycarbonate resins in infant feeding bottles and spill-proof cups
Legislative Description
TOXIN-FREE TODDLER ACT
Last Action
Public Act . . . . . . . . . 97-1101
8/27/2012
Committee Referrals
Environmental Health4/10/2012
Rules3/23/2012
Environment2/17/2012
Assignments2/1/2012
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