Menstrual products ingredient labeling; restriction of substances, delayed effective date.

The document structure was updated to include page numbers, a bill reference number (26106498D), and a 'House Substitute' header, while removing the original 'Offered for Consideration' date and spacing.

The definition of the regulated item was changed from a specific list of 'menstrual products' to a broader category called 'menstrual supplies' for use in the menstrual cycle.

The effective date for the new regulations was moved forward from January 1, 2027, to July 1, 2026.

A specific civil penalty of up to $1,000 was added for violations, with proceeds directed to the Breast and Cervical Cancer Prevention and Treatment Fund, replacing the previous reliance on the general Virginia Consumer Protection Act.

The requirement for manufacturers to update labels after ingredient changes was modified to require updates immediately after the ingredient change, rather than within 18 months.

A new subsection was added stating that this labeling requirement applies in addition to any other existing labeling laws.

Regulatory citations were updated to reflect current federal statutes and codes, such as changing the EPA reference to include the full definition section of the Toxic Substances Control Act.

Removed the specific list of restricted substances (like talc and phthalates) and replaced it with a definition for 'confidential substance' that allows manufacturers to withhold ingredient names if protected by federal trade secret laws or EPA/FDA regulations.

Added a specific definition for 'package or box containing menstrual products' to explicitly exclude packaging used only for shipping purposes.

Added a requirement for manufacturers to post ingredient labels and update information on their websites within six months of any product changes, rather than just on the physical packaging.

Changed the penalty mechanism from a specific civil fine paid into a cancer prevention fund to a violation of the Virginia Consumer Protection Act, which allows for broader enforcement actions.

Extended the effective date of the law from July 1, 2027, to January 1, 2027, and removed the requirement for the Board of Health to promulgate specific safety levels for chemicals.