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Committee advances labeling bill for menstrual products amid enforcement debate
Summary
HB998, which would require ingredient labeling for menstrual products and seeks to surface PFAS contamination, was reported as amended after committee discussion over enforcement tied to the Virginia Consumer Protection Act (Ayes 9, Noes 3). Industry and legal counsel raised concerns about civil remedies and attorney’s fees.
Delegate Seibold presented HB998, a bill requiring that any menstrual supply sold in Virginia include a label listing all ingredients in the product (confidential ingredients could remain protected). Sponsors argued the bill addresses consumer safety concerns after detection of PFAS (so‑called "forever chemicals") in some products.
Senator Peake questioned whether moving enforcement into the Virginia Consumer Protection Act would…
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