Third-Party Testers' Info Collection Extended Without Any New Twists
Published Date: 9/12/2025
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The Consumer Product Safety Commission is asking to keep collecting info from third-party testers who check product safety. This affects companies that work with these testers and keeps the process running smoothly without extra costs. The current approval lasts until September 30, 2025, and the extension request is already with the Office of Management and Budget.
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