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The bill standardizes 'Do Not Flush' labeling nationwide to reduce plumbing and sewer problems and consumer confusion, while imposing near-term compliance and inventory costs on manufacturers/retailers and limiting states' ability to require stricter rules.
Homeowners and local governments face fewer plumbing and sewer blockages because the bill discourages flushing non-flushable wipes through required labeling.
Consumers get clearer guidance on proper disposal (a 'Do Not Flush' label), reducing confusion and improper disposal of wipes.
Creates a single national labeling standard so consumers see consistent disposal warnings across brands and states.
Preemption of state rules prevents states and local systems from adopting stricter labeling or disposal requirements tailored to local plumbing and wastewater conditions.
Manufacturers and small businesses will face compliance costs to redesign packaging and update inventories within one year.
Businesses may incur recall or disposal costs for noncompliant stock, which could temporarily raise prices or reduce product availability for consumers.
Based on analysis of 4 sections of legislative text.
Requires a prescribed symbol and label on covered wipe products, bans flushability claims, and authorizes FTC enforcement for violations.
Official title: Require certain products to be labeled with 'Do Not Flush' labeling, and for other purposes.
Introduced March 24, 2025 by Jeff Merkley · Last progress March 24, 2026
Requires manufacturers and sellers of certain wipe products to display a prescribed symbol and label notice on product packaging and prohibits making flushability claims for those products. The rule sets detailed placement and visibility requirements for different package types (cylindrical tubs, flexible-film packs, refillable tubs, bulk retail packaging, and non-dispensing packages) and gives the Federal Trade Commission authority to enforce violations as unfair or deceptive acts or practices.