Exempts lead-containing pens from the prohibition on manufacturing and selling lead-containing products until January 1, 2028.

The bill amends Minnesota Statutes to exempt pens containing lead from the prohibition on manufacturing and selling lead-containing products until January 1, 2028. Manufacturers of these pens must report every six months to the Pollution Control Agency detailing barriers to compliance, progress made, and timelines for achieving compliance. The exemption does not apply if federal law preempts regulation.

Exempts lead-containing pens from the prohibition on manufacturing and selling lead-containing products until January 1, 2028.

The bill amends Minnesota Statutes to exempt pens containing lead from the prohibition on manufacturing and selling lead-containing products until January 1, 2028. Manufacturers of these pens must report every six months to the Pollution Control Agency detailing barriers to compliance, progress made, and timelines for achieving compliance. The exemption does not apply if federal law preempts regulation.