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Safe Sleep for Babies Act of 2021
Sponsored By: Representative Cárdenas, Tony [D-CA-29]
Became Law
Summary
Bans two infant sleep products nationwide by declaring inclined infant sleepers and crib bumpers to be banned hazardous products under the Consumer Product Safety Act. The law defines an inclined sleeper as any sleep surface tilted more than ten degrees intended for infants up to one year and defines crib bumpers to include padded bumpers, supported and unsupported vinyl guards, and vertical slat covers while excluding non-padded mesh liners. The prohibition applies regardless of manufacture date and directs the Consumer Product Safety Act Section 8 mechanisms to enforce recalls, removals, and the ban within 180 days.
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Baby sleepers and crib bumpers banned
The law bans inclined infant sleepers with a sleep angle over 10 degrees for babies up to 1 year old. It also bans crib bumpers, including padded bumpers, vinyl bumper guards, and vertical slat covers. Non-padded mesh crib liners are still allowed. The bans take effect no later than 180 days after enactment and apply no matter when the item was made. Makers, importers, and stores must stop selling these products as banned hazardous products under the Consumer Product Safety Act.
Sponsors & CoSponsors
Sponsor
Cárdenas, Tony [D-CA-29]
CA • D
Cosponsors
Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9]
IL • D
Sponsored 5/13/2021
Rep. Jones, Mondaire [D-NY-17]
NY • D
Sponsored 5/28/2021
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