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Children's Toxic Metals Act

Introduced: January 13, 2010 See on congress.gov
 Everywhere this bill has been 3 steps
Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
Jan 15, 2010
Referred to the Subcommittee on Commerce, Trade and Consumer Protection.
Jan 13, 2010
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Jan 13, 2010
Introduced in House
 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Children's Toxic Metals Act - Bans as a hazardous substance and prohibits the manufacture, sale, or distribution in commerce of jewelry containing cadmium, barium, or antimony for children 12 years old or younger.

Sets forth: (1) factors to determine whether jewelry is designed or intended for wear or use by such children; and (2) penalties for violations of such prohibition.

What's happening now January 15, 2010

Referred to the Subcommittee on Commerce, Trade and Consumer Protection.

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