This bill amends the North Dakota Century Code to include difluoroethane as a volatile chemical and establishes new regulations for the sale of aerosol dusters containing this substance. Specifically, it modifies subsection 2 of section 19-03.1-22.1 to include difluoroethane in the list of volatile chemicals, while also removing the previous reference to "the" in the definition. Additionally, the bill creates a new section in chapter 19-21 that outlines specific requirements for retailers selling aerosol dusters containing difluoroethane, including age verification and sales restrictions.

Under the new regulations, retailers are required to sell aerosol dusters containing difluoroethane only from behind the counter, ensuring that purchasers are verified to be at least 21 years old and limiting the sale to a maximum of four cans per transaction. The bill also mandates that the department adopt labeling requirements for these products to safeguard public health and safety. Overall, the legislation aims to regulate the sale of aerosol dusters containing difluoroethane to prevent misuse and protect consumers.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 19-03.1-22.1
Adopted by the Senate Human Services Committee: 19-03.1-22.1
FIRST ENGROSSMENT: 19-03.1-22.1