The proposed bill aims to amend the Code of West Virginia by introducing a new article focused on the labeling of menstrual products. It defines key terms such as "ingredient" and "menstrual product," and mandates that all packages or boxes containing menstrual products sold in the state must include a plain and conspicuous printed list of ingredients, organized by order of predominance. This labeling requirement must be implemented no later than 18 months after the bill's effective date and is in addition to any existing labeling regulations.

Furthermore, the bill establishes a civil penalty for manufacturers who fail to comply with the labeling requirements. Specifically, a penalty of one percent of the manufacturer's total annual in-state sales will be imposed, with a cap of $5 per package or box. This legislation seeks to enhance transparency for consumers regarding the contents of menstrual products and ensure that they are adequately informed about the ingredients used.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 47-29-1, 47-29-2, 47-29-3, 47-29-4