In CommitteeFiled Aug 6, 2026
Sponsor: Sen. Welch, Peter [D-VT] (D)
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Aug 6, 2026
Summary
The bill would remove the sections of the Consumer Product Safety Act that set maximum civil penalties for companies that violate product safety standards. By striking these caps, the Consumer Product Safety Commission could assess higher penalties for non‑compliant products. The change is intended to strengthen enforcement of safety rules.
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