HB 2322.E - DIGEST
(DIGEST AS ENACTED)

Declares that, while significant reductions of phosphorus from laundry detergent have been accomplished, similar progress in reducing phosphorus contributions from dishwashing detergents has not been achieved.

Declares an intent to impose a statewide limit on the phosphorus content of household detergents.

Provides that, after July 1, 2008, a person may not sell or distribute for sale a dishwashing detergent that contains 0.5 percent or more phosphorous by weight.

Does not apply to the sale or distribution of detergents for commercial and industrial uses.