This bill aims to enhance consumer safety by modifying existing regulations concerning products that contain harmful substances, specifically lead, cadmium, arsenic, and chemicals of high concern. It amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 325E.3892, to expand the definition of "covered products" to include menstrual products, alongside other items such as jewelry, toys, and cosmetics. The bill prohibits the sale of any covered products containing lead or cadmium above specified thresholds and allows the commissioner of the Pollution Control Agency to identify additional products that may not be sold if they contain lead. Furthermore, it introduces a new section, 325E.3893, which prohibits the sale of menstrual products containing arsenic or chemicals of high concern and mandates manufacturers to notify sellers of such prohibitions.

Additionally, the bill establishes labeling requirements for menstrual products that contain synthetic ingredients, necessitating disclosure on the product label. It also outlines testing protocols for menstrual products suspected of containing harmful substances, requiring manufacturers to provide test results and certificates of compliance. The enforcement of these regulations will be coordinated among the commissioners of the Pollution Control Agency, commerce, and health, with provisions for rulemaking and the establishment of fees to cover implementation costs. The bill emphasizes prioritizing the prohibition of products that pose the highest risk to the environment and public health, with a timeline for implementation set between January 1, 2027, and January 1, 2032.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 325E.3892