The bill amends sections 3713.01 and 3713.02 of the Revised Code to enhance health and safety requirements for stuffed toys and articles of bedding. Key definitions are updated, including the introduction of "reclaimed material" and "recycled material," which clarify the types of materials that can be used in these products. Additionally, the bill specifies that "secondhand" items do not include reclaimed or recycled materials, thereby allowing for the use of these materials in the manufacturing of stuffed toys and bedding.

Furthermore, the bill establishes new regulations for the manufacturing and sale of stuffed toys and bedding, requiring registration with the superintendent of industrial compliance. It prohibits the sale of unlabelled or falsely labelled items and mandates that secondhand products must be sanitized. A significant addition is the provision allowing manufacturers to request a variance from certain requirements if strict adherence is deemed unnecessary for public health and safety. The bill also mandates the Department of Commerce to update the Ohio Administrative Code's labeling requirements related to stuffed toys.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 3713.01, 3713.02