SF681 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Keys, key chains, and key rings removed from the prohibition on lead and cadmium in consumer products provision
Related bill: HF1620
AI Generated Summary
Senate SF No 681 is a legislative bill proposed in Minnesota that aims to modify existing regulations concerning hazardous substances in consumer products. Specifically, this bill proposes to remove keys, key chains, and key rings from the list of products that are prohibited from containing lead and cadmium. This means that the mentioned items would no longer be subject to restrictions that limit the use of these toxic metals in their manufacturing process. The rest of the list continues to include products like jewelry, toys, and school supplies, which remain subject to the lead and cadmium prohibitions.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 26, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
| January 26, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
| January 26, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Referred to | Environment, Climate, and Legacy |
| January 26, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Referred to | Environment, Climate, and Legacy |
| January 29, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Author added | |
| January 29, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Author added | |
| March 23, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Author stricken |
Citations
[
{
"analysis": {
"added": [
"Keys, key chains, and key rings are now explicitly mentioned in the product list for exclusions."
],
"removed": [],
"summary": "The bill amends the definition of covered products under section 325E.3892 to exclude keys, key chains, and key rings from the prohibition on lead and cadmium.",
"modified": [
"Edits the list of product examples to clarify items covered and items excluded."
]
},
"citation": "325E.3892",
"subdivision": "subdivision 1"
}
]