Senate
Sep 23, 2002Mercury Reduction Act of 2002
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Mercury Reduction Act of 2002 - Amends the Solid Waste Disposal Act to: (1) prohibit the sale or supply of mercury fever thermometers to consumers, except by prescription; and (2) require manufacturers to provide clear instructions on handling of thermometers to avoid breakage and on proper cleanup in the event of breakage. Requires the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to...
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Passed Senate, sent to House
Introduced(2/15/01)
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Passed
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Law
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SC
Ms. Collins
Senate (R) Maine
Cosponsors (12)
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment and Hazardous Materials.
Sep 23, 2002
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