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Committee advances ban on cosmetics developed using animal testing
Summary
The committee returned SB 10‑31 with a due‑pass recommendation after testimony that most major cosmetics manufacturers already avoid animal testing and that validated non‑animal testing methods exist; the bill contains exemptions for FDA‑required animal tests and allows sale of existing stock.
Senate Bill 10‑31, which would prohibit manufacturers from knowingly selling cosmetics developed using animal testing, received a due‑pass recommendation from the House Committee on Government.
Sponsor Senator Kavanaugh said the measure is prospective, allows exemptions where animal testing is required by federal law or the FDA, and would not force retailers to discard existing inventory. He said the cosmetics trade association representing over 90% of manufacturers does not oppose similar bans and pointed to alternative non‑animal testing methods and industry momentum toward cruelty‑free production.
Opponents were limited in number; proponents included youth advocates and national humane organizations who said the tests are unnecessary for cosmetics and are cruel. A 16‑year‑old witness, Jordan Ciccato, testified in favor and described market trends toward cruelty‑free production.
Committee members asked about enforcement and lists of affected products; proponents said resources exist to identify covered products and that the law would be prospective only. The committee voted to return the bill with a due‑pass recommendation.
