CPSC Updates Play Yard Rules to Keep Babies Safer in 2024

2026-16614, Regulatory Agenda

In this document, the Commission publishes its regulatory flexibility agenda. Information in this agenda was accurate as of November 2025 when the Commission prepared this agenda.

2026-16010, Johnson Health Tech

The Commission publishes in the Federal Register any settlement that it provisionally accepts under the Consumer Product Safety Act. Published below is a provisionally accepted Settlement Agreement with Johnson Health Tech., containing a civil penalty in the amount of $16,875,000, subject to the terms and conditions of the Settlement Agreement. The Commission provisionally accepts the proposed Settlement Agreement and Order pertaining to Johnson Health Tech.

2026-14934, Removal of Obsolete or Unnecessary Requirements

The Consumer Product Safety Commission is cleaning house by removing old and unnecessary rules that no longer matter. This update won’t change how safe products are but will make things simpler and cut down on extra costs for businesses. The new rules kick in on September 21, 2026, unless someone speaks up with a big objection by August 24, 2026.

2026-14822, Revocation of Obsolete Rules Regarding Infant Bouncer Seats and Stationary Activity Centers

The Consumer Product Safety Commission is cleaning house by removing old rules about infant bouncer seats and stationary activity centers because newer safety standards already cover them. This change helps manufacturers and everyone else by cutting down on confusing, duplicate rules without changing any safety protections. The update kicks in on September 21, 2026, unless someone speaks up by August 21, 2026.

2026-13643, Agency Information Collection Activities; Extension of Collection; Safety Standard for Adult Portable Bed Rails

The Consumer Product Safety Commission is asking to keep collecting info from companies that make or import adult portable bed rails to make sure these rails stay safe and don’t cause injuries. They’re extending this info collection approval through August 31, 2026, with no changes or extra costs. If you want to share your thoughts, you’ve got until August 6, 2026, to speak up!

2026-12695, Notice of Commission Determination Regarding Technological Feasibility of Lead Content Reduction

The Consumer Product Safety Commission checked if it’s possible to lower lead limits in kids’ products and paints even more. They found the current rules already require the lowest lead levels that technology can handle, so no changes will happen now. This means manufacturers can keep making safe products without new costs or deadlines for now.

Previous: 2025-01866, Delay of Effective Date for 4 Final Regulations Published by the Environmental Protection Agency Between November 29, 2024, and December 31, 2024

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is hitting the pause button on four new rules that were supposed to start between November 29 and December 31, 2024. Thanks to a presidential memo, these rules won’t take effect until March 21, 2025, giving everyone more time to review and prepare. This delay affects businesses and communities by pushing back any new costs or changes tied to these rules.

Next: 2025-01903, Section 8e Import Inspection Fee Structure

The start date for new fees on inspecting imported fruits, veggies, and other products is pushed back from December 30, 2024. These fees help cover the real costs of inspection services, so importers will see changes in what they pay, but a bit later than planned. If you bring in fresh produce or similar goods, keep an eye on the new timeline and fee updates!