H 4357
An Act relative to toxic free kids
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Bill overview
This bill, titled ‘An Act relative to toxic free kids,’ aims to protect children from exposure to harmful chemicals in consumer products. It establishes definitions for key terms like ‘children’s product,’ ‘chemical,’ and ‘PFAS,’ and requires manufacturers to report information about chemicals used in these products. The bill also creates lists of chemicals of concern and high-priority chemicals, with the goal of phasing out the use of these substances in products marketed to or used by children.
Key provisions
- Defines ‘children’s product’ to include a wide range of items marketed to or used by children under 12.
- Requires manufacturers to report information about chemicals used in children’s products, including chemical names, amounts, and product details.
- Establishes a list of ‘toxic chemicals of concern’ based on criteria like carcinogenicity, persistence, and toxicity.
- Creates a list of ‘high-priority chemicals’ based on factors such as human exposure, environmental presence, and potential for exposure to children.
- Prohibits the sale of children’s products containing intentionally added PFAS.
- Mandates a ‘de minimis’ level for certain chemicals, requiring notification to the department if exceeded.
- Encourages the use of ‘safer alternative’ chemicals and establishes a process for manufacturers to seek waivers from certain requirements.
- Requires manufacturers to provide information to consumers about the presence of high-priority chemicals in products.
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure
Cosponsors
Adrianne Pusateri Ramos
Amy Mah Sangiolo
Antonio F. D. Cabral
Bruce E. Tarr
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An Act relative to toxic free kids
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Bill Information
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 3 actions for Bill H.4357
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 8/7/2025 | House | Reported from the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure |
| 8/7/2025 | House | New draft of H384 |
| 8/7/2025 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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