The proposed bill, if enacted, would amend current Arizona statutes by adding a new article that prohibits the sale of cosmetics that have undergone animal testing during their development or manufacture. Specifically, it would be unlawful for manufacturers to knowingly sell or offer for sale such cosmetics in Arizona, with penalties of up to $1,000 for the first day of violation and an additional $500 for each subsequent day. The bill also preempts local regulations regarding the sale of cosmetics, ensuring that no county, city, or town can impose additional restrictions that conflict with this state law.

Additionally, the bill outlines specific exemptions to the prohibition on cosmetic animal testing, including testing conducted outside the U.S. under foreign regulatory authority, testing for products regulated under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, and certain conditions related to non-cosmetic products. It also allows for cosmetics tested on animals before January 1, 2026, to be sold if no new testing is conducted after that date. The bill includes definitions for key terms and a severability clause, and it is set to take effect on January 1, 2026.