The bill would formally establish the voluntary Safer Choice Program at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The program would identify products that meet the Safer Choice or Design for the Environment standards. EPA would review products, oversee qualified independent third-party evaluators, maintain ingredient and product lists, and set rules for using the program’s labels. Product reviews would consider health and environmental hazards, performance, and other factors. The bill also requires ingredient information for certification, with protections for confidential business information, and annual public reports and a searchable product database.
Consumers could use the EPA’s public database and labels to identify certified products. Manufacturers could choose to apply for certification and, if approved, use the relevant label under EPA’s terms. Participation would remain voluntary.
The bill would authorize $12 million per year for fiscal years 2028 through 2034. This is authorization for appropriations, not a guarantee that the funds will be provided.
The bill’s findings say that the program can give consumers and businesses reliable product information, support safer chemistry and innovation, and provide continuity while keeping participation voluntary. No additional publicly available information.
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