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Blocking Bad Batteries Act
10/15/2024, 5:23 PM
Summary of Bill S 5190
Bill 118 s 5190, also known as the Blocking Bad Batteries Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of addressing the issue of counterfeit and dangerous batteries being sold online. The bill seeks to protect consumers from purchasing potentially harmful batteries that may pose a risk of fire or explosion.
The Blocking Bad Batteries Act would require online marketplaces and third-party sellers to verify the authenticity and safety of the batteries they are selling. This would involve conducting thorough inspections and testing to ensure that the batteries meet safety standards set by the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Additionally, the bill would establish penalties for those found to be selling counterfeit or dangerous batteries, including fines and potential criminal charges. It would also provide resources for law enforcement agencies to crack down on the sale of these unsafe products. Overall, the Blocking Bad Batteries Act aims to protect consumers from the dangers of counterfeit batteries while also holding sellers accountable for ensuring the safety of the products they are offering for sale.
The Blocking Bad Batteries Act would require online marketplaces and third-party sellers to verify the authenticity and safety of the batteries they are selling. This would involve conducting thorough inspections and testing to ensure that the batteries meet safety standards set by the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Additionally, the bill would establish penalties for those found to be selling counterfeit or dangerous batteries, including fines and potential criminal charges. It would also provide resources for law enforcement agencies to crack down on the sale of these unsafe products. Overall, the Blocking Bad Batteries Act aims to protect consumers from the dangers of counterfeit batteries while also holding sellers accountable for ensuring the safety of the products they are offering for sale.
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Current Status of Bill S 5190
Bill S 5190 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 25, 2024. Bill S 5190 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on September 25, 2024. Bill S 5190's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. as of September 25, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 5190
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 5190
Primary Policy Focus
Foreign Trade and International FinanceAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 5190
Blocking Bad Batteries Act
Blocking Bad Batteries Act
A bill to prohibit the procurement of certain batteries by the Department of State.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 5190
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