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
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Mar 5, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
lower
Mar 5, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Clyde Vanel
DDemocratic
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