Defending Our National Marine Sanctuaries from Damaging Chemicals Act of 2019

11/1/2022, 6:02 PM
Congress
116
Number
HR - 1834
Introduced on
2019-03-18
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
+5
Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

3/18/2019
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Member:  
Debbie Mucarsel-Powell
Member:  
Tulsi Gabbard

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Defending Our National Marine Sanctuaries from Damaging Chemicals Act of 2019

This bill prohibits the use of sunscreen containing oxybenzone or octinoxate in a National Marine Sanctuary that contains coral.

Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo direct the Secretary of Commerce to issue regulations prohibiting the use of sunscreen containing oxybenzone or octinoxate in a National Marine Sanctuary in which coral is present, and for other purposes.
Policy Areas
Public Lands and Natural Resources
Potential Impact
Administrative law and regulatory procedures•
Cosmetics and personal care•
Department of Commerce•
Hazardous wastes and toxic substances•
Marine and coastal resources, fisheries•
Parks, recreation areas, trails•
Product safety and quality•
Wildlife conservation and habitat protection

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Recent Activity

Latest Summary5/10/2019

Defending Our National Marine Sanctuaries from Damaging Chemicals Act of 2019

This bill prohibits the use of sunscreen containing oxybenzone or octinoxate in a National Marine Sanctuary that contains coral.

Latest Action1/14/2020
Subcommittee Hearings Held.