HF737 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Lead and cadmium in consumer products prohibitions modified.

Related bill: SF826

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House File No. 737 is a bill currently being considered in the Minnesota Legislature. It proposes to amend the existing laws regarding the use of chemicals in consumer products, specifically focusing on artist paints that contain cadmium. The bill aims to eliminate the current prohibition against the inclusion of cadmium in artist paints. The law being amended, Minnesota Statutes 2024, Section 325E.3892, subdivision 1, generally governs the types of chemicals that can be included in various consumer products like toys, cosmetics, and school supplies. If enacted, this bill would make it legal for artist paints to contain cadmium, which is currently prohibited under this law.

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DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
February 12, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toCommerce Finance and Policy
February 25, 2025HouseFloorActionAuthor added
March 04, 2025HouseFloorActionAuthor added
March 09, 2025HouseFloorActionCommittee report, to adopt as amended and re-refer toEnvironment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy
March 23, 2025HouseFloorActionAuthor added
March 23, 2025HouseFloorActionAuthor added