Contact Congress about S. 1092: WIPPES Act

Many wipes would need a clear label telling people not to flush them. Companies could not suggest these covered wipes are flushable, and the Federal Trade Commission would enforce the rule.

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WIPPES Act is a House bill awaiting final action. The latest recorded action: Held at the desk.

Latest action on S. 1092: Held at the desk.

Who this affects: This bill mainly affects companies that make, sell, or package covered disposable wipes. They would need to update labels and avoid flushability claims for covered products. It also affects shoppers, who would see clearer disposal warnings. State and local governments would lose the option to set different “Do Not Flush” label rules for these products.

Why this matters: Flushed wipes can clog home plumbing and public sewer systems, and this bill tries to reduce that problem with clearer package warnings. It would create one national label rule, which may make compliance easier for companies. It would also limit state and local control over wipe labels. The bill does not say how much the labels would change consumer behavior or sewer costs.

Key provisions in S. 1092

• Baby wipes, diapering wipes, and many household and personal care wipes would need “Do Not Flush” labels. This applies when the wipes have petrochemical-based fibers and are likely to be flushed.
• The words and symbol must be large enough to notice. Each one must cover at least 2% of the main front label area and appear where people can see it while taking out or using a wipe.
• Different package types get different label rules. The bill covers round containers, soft film pouches, hard refillable tubs, packages that do not dispense wipes, bulk packs, and tiny single packets under 3 by 3 inches.
• The words and symbol must stand out from the package background. The bill uses a contrast formula to measure whether shoppers and users can see them in normal conditions.
• Companies could not say or hint that covered wipes can or should be flushed.

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Questions people ask about S. 1092

What is S. 1092?

Many wipes would need a clear label telling people not to flush them. Companies could not suggest these covered wipes are flushable, and the Federal Trade Commission would enforce the rule.

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Who should I contact about S. 1092?

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