Wow, the government actually listened to us. On Wednesday, I blogged about a new law going into effect in February that would require the testing of children's clothing and other items for lead and other toxins. Great idea, but some were concerned that it would put thrift and consignment stores out of business.
Today the CSPC put out a press release yesterday that they've rethought the new law saying now that resale shops do not have to test for lead but do have to ensure the item is not on a recall list and meets other choking and safety guidelines.
Read the news release for yourself:
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09086.html
Friday, January 9, 2009
UPDATE TO THE EARLIER CHILD CLOTHING POST
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Thank goodness. That seemed like a really crazy law that would have a huge impact on a lot of people. Not just the retailers, but those who buy and sell used items as well. Did they just not think of that before??? I guess no one in government ever buys something via consignment:-)
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