House approves disclosure requirement for menstrual products

Representative Chevrier, sponsor of the substitute to HB 442, told the House the measure requires manufacturers to clearly label ingredients of certain chemicals in menstrual products sold in Utah and to keep testing records for three years. “This bill requires manufacturers to clearly label the ingredients of certain chemicals in menstrual products sold in Utah so that women can make informed decisions,” Chevrier said, adding that labels may include QR codes linking to detailed information.

Chevrier emphasized that the substitute does not ban products or impose manufacturing standards; it only requires disclosure and recordkeeping enforced by the Division of Consumer Protection through fines and injunctions. He urged support, characterizing the measure as a transparency step that treats consumers with respect.

After the substitute was adopted and a floor vote, the speaker announced the fifth substitute passed by recorded vote; the bill will be sent to the Senate for further consideration.