HR 2964
118th Congress
House
Commerce
Administrative law and regulatory procedures
Civil actions and liability
Consumer affairs
Cosmetics and personal care
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Environmental education
Environmental regulatory procedures
Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
Government information and archives
Hazardous wastes and toxic substances
Manufacturing
Marketing and advertising
Pest management
Retail and wholesale trades
Solid waste and recycling
Water quality
WIPPES Act
Introduced: April 27, 2023
Introduced by:
McClain, Lisa C.
Republican
· Michigan
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Everywhere this bill has been
20 steps
Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
Jun 12, 2024
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Jun 11, 2024
At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
Jun 11, 2024
The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
Jun 11, 2024
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Jun 11, 2024
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 351 - 56 (Roll no. 249). (text: CR H3707-3708)
Jun 11, 2024
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 351 - 56 (Roll no. 249). (text: CR H3707-3708)
Jun 11, 2024
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3709-3710)
Jun 11, 2024
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2964.
Jun 11, 2024
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3707-3709)
Jun 11, 2024
Mr. Bilirakis moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.
Apr 5, 2024
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 371.
Apr 5, 2024
Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 118-447.
Dec 6, 2023
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Dec 6, 2023
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 42 - 0.
Dec 5, 2023
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Nov 2, 2023
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
Nov 2, 2023
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Apr 28, 2023
Referred to the Subcommittee on Innovation, Data, and Commerce.
Apr 27, 2023
Introduced in House
Apr 27, 2023
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Votes taken on this bill
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| Date | Chamber | What was voted on | Result | Yes–No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 11, 2024 | House · vote #249 | On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended | Passed | 351–56 | See who voted → |
Plain-English summary
Wastewater Infrastructure Pollution Prevention and Environmental Safety Act or the WIPPES Act
This bill requires entities responsible for the labeling or retail packaging of certain premoistened, nonwoven wipes (e.g., baby wipes, cleaning wipes, or personal care wipes) to label such products clearly and conspicuously with the phrase Do Not Flush and accompanying symbol as depicted under specified industry guidelines.
The Federal Trade Commission is authorized to issue related regulations and enforce this requirement.
What's happening now
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Committees of jurisdiction
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