An Act to protect consumers from contributing to inhumane animal testing for cosmetics
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to prevent consumers from unknowingly supporting cosmetics that have been tested on animals. It seeks to regulate the sale of cosmetics that have undergone animal testing, ensuring that consumers are aware of the products' origins and can make informed purchasing decisions. The legislation intends to align Massachusetts law with growing global efforts to ban animal testing in the cosmetics industry. By restricting the sale of animal-tested cosmetics, the bill seeks to promote ethical and humane practices.
Key provisions
- Prohibits the sale of cosmetics tested on animals.
- Requires cosmetic manufacturers and retailers to disclose if their products have been tested on animals.
- Establishes standards for verifying whether a cosmetic product has been tested on animals.
- Creates a process for consumers to report suspected violations of the law.
- Defines ‘animal testing’ for cosmetic purposes.
Who is affected
- Cosmetic manufacturers
- Retailers selling cosmetics
- Consumers of cosmetics
Notable changes
- This bill would likely require cosmetic companies to shift to alternative testing methods.
- It could lead to increased transparency in the cosmetic industry regarding testing practices.
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Sponsors
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24 on record
Primary sponsor
Jack Patrick Lewis
Cosponsors
Danillo A. Sena
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