5658 AMS CHAS S1845.1

SB 5658  - S AMD97
     By Senator Chase

WITHDRAWN 03/13/2013

     On page 8, beginning on line 18, after "chapter.))" strike all material through "their use." on line 24 and insert "Producers in compliance with section 2 of this act must provide shelf display signage to any person who sells fluorescent lamps at retail for residential customers. The signage must contain the following notice in twenty-four point type or larger in a manner clearly visible to a consumer examining fluorescent lamps offered for sale:
     "Fluorescent bulbs save energy and reduce environmental pollution. CAUTION: Fluorescent bulbs contain a small amount of mercury and toxic mercury vapor is released if bulbs are broken and the vapor released into the air. This is especially a problem in warm or poorly ventilated indoor air. Symptoms of inhaling mercury vapors can include nausea, respiratory problems, tremors, numbness in the fingers and toes, loss of muscle control, memory loss, kidney disease, and heart problems. Some of these effects can be reversible if the exposure stops. However, memory problems can be permanent.
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EFFECT:  Requires producers to arrange for signage display at retail outlets and to include information on the signage regarding the specific health risks regarding exposure to mercury from broken lamps.

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