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A bill to provide that weighted sleep products for infants shall be considered banned hazardous products under section 8 of the Consumer Product Safety Act, and for other purposes.
8/2/2024, 10:56 AM
Summary of Bill S 4939
Bill 118 s 4939, also known as the Weighted Sleep Products Safety Act, aims to classify weighted sleep products for infants as banned hazardous products under the Consumer Product Safety Act. The bill seeks to address concerns about the safety of these products, which are designed to provide a calming effect for infants by applying gentle pressure to their bodies.
The bill is intended to protect infants from potential risks associated with weighted sleep products, such as suffocation or strangulation. By classifying these products as banned hazardous products, the bill would prohibit their sale and distribution in the United States.
In addition to banning weighted sleep products for infants, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to consumer product safety. These provisions are aimed at ensuring that all products sold in the United States meet certain safety standards and do not pose a risk to consumers. Overall, Bill 118 s 4939 represents a proactive approach to addressing potential safety concerns related to weighted sleep products for infants. By classifying these products as banned hazardous products, the bill aims to protect the health and well-being of infants across the country.
The bill is intended to protect infants from potential risks associated with weighted sleep products, such as suffocation or strangulation. By classifying these products as banned hazardous products, the bill would prohibit their sale and distribution in the United States.
In addition to banning weighted sleep products for infants, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to consumer product safety. These provisions are aimed at ensuring that all products sold in the United States meet certain safety standards and do not pose a risk to consumers. Overall, Bill 118 s 4939 represents a proactive approach to addressing potential safety concerns related to weighted sleep products for infants. By classifying these products as banned hazardous products, the bill aims to protect the health and well-being of infants across the country.
Current Status of Bill S 4939
Bill S 4939 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since August 1, 2024. Bill S 4939 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on August 1, 2024.  Bill S 4939's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of August 1, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4939
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4939
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4939
A bill to provide that weighted sleep products for infants shall be considered banned hazardous products under section 8 of the Consumer Product Safety Act, and for other purposes.
A bill to provide that weighted sleep products for infants shall be considered banned hazardous products under section 8 of the Consumer Product Safety Act, and for other purposes.
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