HF1870 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Pens that contain lead exempted from prohibition on manufacturing and selling lead-containing products.
Related bill: SF2445
AI Generated Summary
This Minnesota House bill (H.F. No. 1870), authored by Representative Heintzeman, seeks to amend Minnesota Statutes 325E.3892, subdivision 2, which prohibits the sale, manufacture, and distribution of certain products containing lead and cadmium above specific thresholds.
The bill introduces an exemption for pens that contain lead, allowing them to be manufactured and sold in the state until January 1, 2028. However, manufacturers of such pens must submit reports every six months to the Commissioner of the Pollution Control Agency. These reports must outline: 1. Barriers to complying with the prohibition, 2. Progress toward compliance, and 3. The latest timeline for achieving compliance.
Essentially, the bill provides a temporary exemption for lead-containing pens while requiring manufacturers to report on their efforts to phase out lead use.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 04, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy |
| March 05, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Author added |
Citations
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