The legislative bill H.F. No. 205, authored by Olson, proposes a change in the state of Minnesota's laws on chemicals in consumer products. Specifically, the bill seeks to remove the existing ban on cadmium in artist paints. This adjustment is detailed in an amendment to Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 325E.3892, subdivision 1.

The key point of the amendment is that while a broad range of consumer products, including toys, cosmetics, and school supplies, are subject to chemical restrictions, artist paints or pastels containing cadmium will no longer be prohibited, assuming they are not restricted under any other part of the law. This bill has been introduced and is now under review by the Committee on Commerce Finance and Policy.