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UT HB0442

Bill

Status

Failed

3/6/2026

Primary Sponsor

Kristen Chevrier

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 General Session

AI Summary

  • Manufacturers of menstrual products (tampons, sanitary napkins, menstrual cups) sold in Utah must include ingredient labels on packaging beginning December 1, 2027, listing all intentionally added ingredients in order of predominance by weight

  • Required disclosure includes specific chemicals of concern: lead, cadmium, arsenic, dioxin (TCDD), and PFAS (perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances)

  • Labels must be conspicuous and legible on outside packaging; manufacturers may alternatively use technology such as website links to provide ingredient information

  • Trade secrets and confidential business information are protected and may be listed by common name only, though this protection does not apply to the specified chemicals

  • Division of Consumer Protection authorized to enforce requirements with administrative fines up to $2,500 per violation, court-imposed fines up to $2,500 per violation, and civil penalties up to $5,000 for violating administrative or court orders

Legislative Description

Feminine Hygiene Products Amendments

Business

Last Action

House/ filed in House file for bills not passed

3/6/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary, Law Enforcement, and Criminal Justice3/3/2026
Rules3/3/2026
Business, Labor, and Commerce2/18/2026
Rules2/2/2026

Full Bill Text

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