Provides for the regulation by the department of environmental conservation of business transaction paper containing bisphenol A
This bill prohibits the distribution and use of paper containing bisphenol A for recording business and banking transactions, such as receipts and credit card records. It directly affects paper manufacturers, financial institutions, and any entities involved in business transactions by banning the production and use of this specific type of paper. The legislation requires manufacturers to replace bisphenol A with the least toxic alternative available, which must be certified by the Department of Environmental Conservation as safe and free from known carcinogens or other harmful toxins. Additionally, the bill establishes an independent advisory committee of scientists to guide the department in identifying safe chemical substitutes and updating safety standards annually.
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Apr 2026
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Introduced Apr 2, 2026
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REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
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Cordell Cleare
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