SB 3378

Abstract

Creates the Toxic-Free Kids Act. Requires the Department of Public Health to establish, maintain, post on its website, review, revise, and update a list of high priority chemicals of concern for children's health when used in children's products. Provides that a manufacturer of a children's product that contains a chemical included on the list in an amount at or above a de minimis level shall provide notice to the Department. Allows the Department to enter into reciprocal data sharing agreements with other states. Provides that if manufacturers of children's products substitute a chemical on the list for another chemical, the manufacturer must submit a hazard assessment to the Department that explains how the children's product is inherently less hazardous than before the substitution was made. Provides waivers and exemptions from the Act's requirements. Except for notice violations, establishes a civil penalty not to exceed $5,000 for a first violation or $10,000 for a subsequent violation. For notice violations, establishes a civil penalty of $2,500 for a first violation and $5,000 for a subsequent violation. Contains other provisions. Amends the State Finance Act. Creates the High Priority Chemicals of Concern for Children's Health Fund as a special fund in the State treasury.