A 6500 New York Assembly · 2025 Regular Session

Imposes restrictions on lead containing products

This bill prohibits the manufacture, sale, or offer for sale of most consumer products containing more than 90 milligrams of lead per kilogram, unless they display a conspicuous lead warning label. It directly affects manufacturers and retailers of consumer products - especially children's products, defined as items marketed for or sized for children - requiring compliance with the lead limit or labeling. Key provisions include exemptions for small businesses (five or fewer employees), secondhand sales, and products where lead is essential for function with no lower-lead alternatives. The law also creates a private right of action, allowing purchasers of non-compliant products to sue entities in the supply chain (excluding certain retailers). These requirements apply to products made after the bill's effective date, with no impact on existing federal or local lead regulations.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2025
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Governor
Introduced Mar 5, 2025 Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
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REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
lower
Mar 5, 2025
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REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
lower
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Clyde Vanel
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