S 640
An Act promoting humane cosmetics and other household products by limiting the use of animal testing
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Bill overview
This bill aims to reduce or eliminate animal testing for cosmetics and other household products in Massachusetts. It seeks to limit the use of animals in product development and testing by prohibiting the sale of products that have been tested on animals. The bill also intends to promote the use of alternative testing methods.
Key provisions
- Prohibits the sale of cosmetics and household products tested on animals.
- Encourages the use of alternative testing methods.
- Requires manufacturers to disclose if products were tested on animals.
- Addresses the use of animal testing in broader household product categories (beyond just cosmetics).
- Directs the Environment and Natural Resources committee to study and recommend further actions.
- Includes provisions for reporting requirements related to animal testing practices.
Who is affected
- Cosmetics manufacturers
- Household product manufacturers
- Retailers selling cosmetics and household products
- Consumers in Massachusetts
- Animal welfare organizations
Notable changes
- Potentially restricts the sale of products currently permitted to be tested on animals.
- Promotes the adoption of non-animal testing methods.
- May require manufacturers to provide detailed information about their testing practices.
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Primary sponsor
Mark C. Montigny
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Bill S.640 194th (Current)
An Act promoting humane cosmetics and other household products by limiting the use of animal testing
By Mr. Montigny, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 640) of Mark C. Montigny, John F. Keenan, Joanne M. Comerford, Michael O. Moore and other members of the General Court for legislation to promote humane cosmetics and other household products by limiting the use of animal testing. Environment and Natural Resources.
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Presenter: Mark C. Montigny
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Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.640
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Environment and Natural Resources |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 10/10/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/21/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 11/13/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
| 3/12/2026 | Senate | Accompanied S2720 |
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