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TX HB501
Bill
Status
11/12/2024
Primary Sponsor
Jon Rosenthal
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AI Summary
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Prohibits manufacturers, wholesalers, suppliers, and retailers from advertising, labeling, or marketing disposable wipes as "flushable," "sewer safe," or "septic safe" unless the wipes disintegrate or dissolve immediately in water
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Establishes civil penalties for violations: $1,000 for first offense, $1,000-$5,000 for second offense, and $5,000-$10,000 for third or subsequent offenses
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Authorizes the attorney general to file suit in district court to recover civil penalties, with collected penalties deposited into the general revenue fund
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Allows the attorney general to seek injunctive relief to prohibit a covered entity from selling disposable wipes after a third or subsequent violation has been penalized
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Effective date is September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the advertisement of disposable wipes as flushable; authorizing a civil penalty.
Occupational Regulation
Last Action
Referred to Environmental Regulation
3/3/2025