The proposed bill, titled the "Sickles High School Ought to be a Law Cosmetic Animal Testing Act of 2026," aims to prohibit the testing of cosmetics on animals as part of the manufacturing process in Florida. It amends section 499.005 of the Florida Statutes to make it unlawful for any person to manufacture, repackage, sell, hold, or offer for sale cosmetics that have undergone animal testing. Additionally, a new section, 499.0095, is created to explicitly prohibit manufacturers from using animal testing in the cosmetics manufacturing process, with certain exceptions for compliance with federal law or foreign regulations. The bill also establishes requirements for cosmetic manufacturers, including consent to inspections by the Department of Business and Professional Regulation and the submission of annual documentation to verify compliance.

The bill outlines penalties for violations, including criminal misdemeanors and administrative fines, and allows the department to take legal action to enforce compliance. It also includes amendments to existing statutes to align with the new provisions. The act is set to take effect on January 1, 2027.

Statutes affected:
H 1333 Filed: 499.01, 499.0051