by The Toy Association | 27 Aug 2024
General
The new, Toy Association-sponsored Pennsylvania Stuffed Toy Manufacturing Act will officially go into effect August 27, 2024, marking a significant change for manufacturers of stuffed and plush toys. The Toy Association™ has been working closely with the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry (PA L&I) to ensure a smooth transition and compliance for the toy industry.
The Pennsylvania Stuffed Toy Manufacturing Act lifts a decades-old ban on using recycled materials in stuffed toys manufactured and sold in Pennsylvania. This legislative victory was two years in the making, with The Toy Association team playing a crucial role throughout the lawmaking process. From gathering industry feedback to drafting legislative language that was ultimately included in the law, ongoing engagement and advocacy efforts were essential in driving the bill's passage and facilitating its implementation. Without the Association’s efforts, the outdated law would have remained in place, restricting the use of recycled materials in the state's stuffed toy market.
Here’s what companies need to know as the law is implemented:
The Toy Association is actively engaged with PA L&I to advocate on behalf of the industry and will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available. For further questions, contact Charlotte Hickcox, director of state government affairs at The Toy Association.
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