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NY S07070

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/10/2010

Primary Sponsor

Eric Adams

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Origin

Senate

2009-2010 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Establishes regulation of toxic chemicals in children's products by amending Environmental Conservation Law Article 37 with new Title 5, effective 120 days after enactment.

  • Requires manufacturers to disclose within 12 months whether children's products contain intentionally added "priority chemicals" (including lead, mercury, arsenic, benzene, cadmium, and others) and notify retailers of their presence.

  • Prohibits sale of children's apparel and novelty products containing priority chemicals beginning two years after the law's effective date, with limited exemptions for enclosed batteries and electronic components.

  • Authorizes the Department of Environmental Conservation to periodically review and update lists of "chemicals of high concern" and "priority chemicals" based on state, federal, and international health determinations.

  • Authorizes New York to participate in an interstate chemicals clearinghouse to collect, disseminate, and assess information on chemical hazards and alternatives in children's products across states.

Legislative Description

Relates to regulation of toxic chemicals in children's products; establishes the interstate chemical clearinghouse.

Last Action

PRINT NUMBER 70770D

6/28/2010

Committee Referrals

Rules6/15/2010
Codes5/18/2010
Environmental Conservation3/10/2010

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