WIPPES Act
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Topic: Commerce
Sponsor: Rep. McClain, Lisa C. [R-MI-9] (R) - MI
Summary
This bill requires entities responsible for the labeling or retail packaging of certain premoistened, nonwoven wipes (e.g., baby wipes, cleaning wipes, or personal care wipes) to label such products clearly and conspicuously with the phrase Do Not Flush and accompanying symbol as depicted under specified industry guidelines.
The Federal Trade Commission must enforce these requirements and may issue regulations to implement the bill.
Legislative Subjects
Administrative law and regulatory procedures; Civil actions and liability; Commerce; Consumer affairs; Cosmetics and personal care; Environmental Protection Agency (EPA); Environmental education; Environmental regulatory procedures; Federal Trade Commission (FTC); Government information and archives; Hazardous wastes and toxic substances; Manufacturing; Marketing and advertising; Pest management; Retail and wholesale trades; Solid waste and recycling; Water quality
Latest Action
Received in the Senate.
2025-06-24
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