CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION 

16 CFR Ch. II 

Semiannual Regulatory Agenda 

AGENCY: Consumer Product Safety Commission. 

ACTION: Semiannual regulatory agenda. 

SUMMARY: In this document, the Commission publishes its semiannual regulatory flexibility agenda. In 

addition, this document includes an agenda of regulatory actions the Commission expects to be under 

development or review by the agency during the next year. This document meets the requirements of the 

Regulatory Flexibility Act and Executive Order 12866. 

DATES: The Commission welcomes comments on each subject area of the agenda, particularly from 

small businesses, small organizations, and other small entities. Written comments concerning the agenda 

should be received in the Office of the Secretary by June 1, 2010. 

ADDRESSES: Comments on the regulatory flexibility agenda should be captioned “Regulatory Flexibility 

Agenda” and be emailed to cpsc-os@cpsc.gov or filed by fax to (301) 504-0127. Comments may also be 

mailed or delivered to the Office of the Secretary, Consumer Product Safety Commission, Room 502, 

4330 East-West Highway, Bethesda, MD 20814-4408. 

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: For further information on the agenda in general, contact 

David M. DiMatteo, Office of the General Counsel, Consumer Product Safety Commission, 4330 EastWest Highway, Bethesda, MD 20814-4408; Telephone (301) 504-7633. For further information regarding 

a particular item on the agenda, consult the individual listed in the column headed "Contact" for that 

particular item. 

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Regulatory Flexibility Act (RFA) (5 U.S.C. 601 to 612) contains 

several provisions intended to reduce unnecessary and disproportionate regulatory requirements on small 

businesses, small governmental organizations, and other small entities. Section 602 of the RFA (5 U.S.C. 

602) requires each agency to publish twice each year a regulatory flexibility agenda containing a brief 

description of the subject area of any rule expected to be proposed or promulgated that is likely to have a 

"significant economic impact" on a "substantial number" of small entities. The agency must also provide a 

summary of the nature of the rule, and a schedule for acting on each rule for which the agency has issued 

a notice of proposed rulemaking. 

 The regulatory flexibility agenda is also required to contain the name and address of the agency 

official knowledgeable about the items listed. Further, agencies are required to provide notice of their 

agendas to small entities and to solicit their comments by direct notification, or by inclusion in publications 

likely to be obtained by such entities. 

 Additionally, Executive Order 12866 requires each agency to publish twice each year a regulatory 

agenda of regulations under development or review during the next year, and states that such an agenda 

may be combined with the agenda published in accordance with the RFA. The regulatory flexibility 

agenda lists the regulatory activities expected to be under development or review during the next 12 

months. It includes all such activities, whether or not they may have a significant economic impact on a 

substantial number of small entities. This agenda also includes regulatory activities that appeared in the 

December 2009 agenda that have been completed by the Commission prior to publication of this agenda. 

 The agenda contains a brief description and summary of each regulatory activity, including the 

objectives and legal basis for each; an approximate schedule of target dates, subject to revision, for the 

development or completion of each activity; and the name and telephone number of a knowledgeable 

agency official concerning particular items on the agenda. All agency contacts have the same address: 

Consumer Product Safety Commission, 4330 East-West Highway, Bethesda, MD 20814-4408. 

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 Beginning with the fall 2007 edition, the Internet became the basic means for disseminating the Unified 

Agenda. The complete Unified Agenda will be available online at www.reginfo.gov, in a format that offers 

users a greatly enhanced ability to obtain information from the Agenda database. 

 Because publication in the Federal Register is mandated for the regulatory flexibility agendas 

required by the Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 602), the Commission’s printed agenda entries include 

only: 

(1) Rules that are in the Agency’s regulatory flexibility agenda, in accordance with the Regulatory 

Flexibility Act, because they are likely to have a significant economic impact on a substantial 

number of small entities; and 

(2) Any rules that the Agency has identified for periodic review under section 610 of the 

Regulatory Flexibility Act. 

 Printing of these entries is limited to fields that contain information required by the Regulatory 

Flexibility Act’s Agenda requirements. Additional information on these entries is available in the Unified 

Agenda published on the Internet. 

Dated: February 26, 2010. 

NAME: Todd A. Stevenson, 

Secretary, Consumer Product Safety Commission.

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The 35 Regulatory Agendas

Consumer Product Safety Commission - PreRule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Petition CP 04-1/HP 04-1 Requesting Mandatory Fire Safety Standards for Candles and Candle Accessories 3041-AC22

Consumer Product Safety Commission - Proposed Rule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Flammability Standard for Upholstered Furniture 3041-AB35

Options To Address Crib Safety Hazards 3041-AC57

Standard for Infant Walkers 3041-AC59

Standard for Bath Seats 3041-AC60

Testing, Certification, and Labeling of Certain Consumer Products 3041-AC71

Definition of "Children's Toy" and "Child Care Article" 3041-AC72

Interpretation of "Children's Product" 3041-AC75

Audit Requirements for Third Party Conformity Assessment Bodies 3041-AC76

Drawstrings 3041-AC79

Bassinets 3041-AC81

Toddler Beds 3041-AC82

Hair Dryers 3041-AC83

Publicly Available Consumer Product Safety Information Database 3041-AC84

Public Accommodations Facility 3041-AC85

Consumer Product Safety Commission - Final Rule

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Revocation of Regulation Banning Certain Baby-Walkers and Similar Products 3041-AC77

Consumer Product Safety Commission - Long-term Action

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Amendment of Safety Regulations for Cribs 3041-AB67

Portable Bed Rails 3041-AB91

Petition CP 03-1/HP 03-1 Requesting a Standard for Bunk Bed Corner Posts 3041-AC10

Mandatory Safety Standard for Cigarette Lighters 3041-AC25

Proposed Standard To Address Open-Flame Ignition of Bedclothes 3041-AC26

Possible Revocation or Amendment of Standard for the Flammability of Mattresses and Mattress Pads (Cigarette

Ignition) 3041-AC27

All-Terrain Vehicles 3041-AC28

Regulatory Options for Table Saws 3041-AC31

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Fireworks Devices 3041-AC35

Portable Generators 3041-AC36

Third Party Accreditation for Baby Bouncers, Walkers, and Jumpers 3041-AC49

Voluntary Recall Notices 3041-AC73

Tracking Labels 3041-AC74

Recreational Off-Road Vehicles 3041-AC78

Corded Window Covering Products 3041-AC80

Consumer Product Safety Commission - Completed Action

Title

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number

Penalty Factors 3041-AC52

Product Registration for Durable Infant and Toddler Products 3041-AC53

Recall Notices 3041-AC54

Children's Products Containing Lead; Exemptions for Certain Electronic Devices 3041-AC70

Consumer Product Safety Commission ( CPSC ) RIN: 3041-AC22

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Title: Petition CP 04-1/HP 04-1 Requesting Mandatory Fire Safety Standards for Candles and Candle Accessories

Abstract: The National Association of State Fire Marshals requests that the Commission issue mandatory safety standards

for candles and candle accessories such as candleholders. The request was docketed as a petition for rulemaking on March 10,

2004. A notice requesting comment on the petition was published in the Federal Register on April 6, 2004. The comment period

closed on June 7, 2004. On July 10, 2006, CPSC staff sent a briefing package to the Commission for consideration and

recommended that the Commission defer action on the petition. On July 19, 2006, the Commission voted 3-0 to defer the

petition and directed the staff to provide updates on the progress of voluntary standards activities. Staff provided a status report

to the Commissioners on June 6, 2007. Commission staff will evaluate the adequacy of and conformance to the relevant

voluntary standards and prepare a briefing package for Commission consideration.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: PreRule

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 5 USC 553(e), Administrative Procedure Act; 15 USC 2051, Consumer Product Safety Act; 15 USC 1261,

Federal Hazardous Substances Act

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Update on Progress of Voluntary Standards Activities to

Commissioners 04/00/0000 

Petition Docketed 03/10/2004 

Notice 04/06/2004 69 FR 18059 

Comment Period End 06/07/2004 

Commission Voted to Defer Action 07/19/2006 

Staff Sent Briefing Package to Commission 07/10/2006 

Staff Sent Update on Progress of Voluntary Standards Activities to

Commissioners 06/06/2007 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: Undetermined

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise

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be of international interest.

Agency Contact: Allyson Tenney 

Project Manager

Consumer Product Safety Commission

Directorate for Engineering Sciences 4330 East West Highway

Bethesda , MD 20814-4408 

Phone: 301 504-7567 

E-Mail: atenney@cpsc.gov

Consumer Product Safety Commission ( CPSC ) RIN: 3041-AB35

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Title: Flammability Standard for Upholstered Furniture

Abstract: On October 23, 2003, the Commission issued an ANPRM to expand the scope of the ongoing upholstered

furniture flammability proceeding to include both cigarette and small open flame-ignited fires. The Commission published an

NPRM in March 2008 and received public comments. The Commission's proposed standard would not require FR chemicals in

fabrics or fillings. Commission staff will report project status to the Commission in June 2010.

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 16 CFR 1634 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 15 USC 1193, Flammable Fabrics Act; 5 USC 801

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Staff Sends Final Rule Briefing Package to Commission 00/00/0000 

ANPRM 06/15/1994 59 FR 30735 

Commission Hearing May 5 & 6, 1998 on Possible Toxicity of Flame

Retardant Chemicals 03/17/1998 63 FR 13017 

Meeting Notice 03/20/2002 67 FR 12916 

Notice of September 24 Public Meeting 08/27/2003 68 FR 51564 

ANPRM 10/23/2003 68 FR 60629 

ANPRM Comment Period End 12/22/2003 

Staff Held Public Meeting 10/28/2004 

Staff Held Public Meeting 05/18/2005 

Staff Sent Status Report to Commission 01/31/2006 

Staff Sent Status Report to Commission 11/03/2006 

Staff Sent Status Report to Commission 12/28/2006 

Commission Voted to Direct Staff to Prepare Draft NPRM 12/27/2007 

Staff Sent Options Package to Commission 12/22/2007 

Staff Sent Draft NPRM to Commission 01/22/2008 

Commission Decision to Publish NPRM 02/01/2008 

NPRM 03/04/2008 73 FR 11702 

NPRM Comment Period End 05/19/2008 

Staff Sends Status Report to Commission 06/00/2010 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism: Undetermined

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise

be of international interest.

Agency Contact: Dale R. Ray 

Project Manager

Consumer Product Safety Commission

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Directorate for Economic Analysis 4330 East-West Highway

Bethesda , MD 20814-4408 

Phone: 301 504-7704 

E-Mail: dray@cpsc.gov

Consumer Product Safety Commission ( CPSC ) RIN: 3041-AC57

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Title: Options To Address Crib Safety Hazards

Abstract: Section 104(b)(1)(A) requires the Commission to consult with representatives of consumer groups, juvenile product

manufacturers, and independent child product engineers and experts to examine and assess the effectiveness of any voluntary

consumer product safety standard for full size and non-full size cribs. An Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM)

that would start the process was published in the Federal Register on November 25, 2008.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act, PL 110-314, sec 104(b)(1)(A)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Staff Sent Draft ANPRM to Commission 11/05/2008 

Commission Decision on ANPRM 11/14/2008 

ANPRM Published in the Federal Register 11/25/2008 73 FR 71570 

ANPRM Comment Period End 01/26/2009 

Staff Sends Briefing Package to Commission 06/00/2010 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Agency Contact: Patricia L. Edwards

Project Manager

Consumer Product Safety Commission

Directorate for Engineering Sciences 4330 East West Highway

Bethesda , MD 20814-4408 

Phone: 301 504-7577 

E-Mail: pedwards@cpsc.gov

Consumer Product Safety Commission ( CPSC ) RIN: 3041-AC59

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Title: Standard for Infant Walkers

Abstract: Section 104 of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008, (CPSIA) requires the Commission to issue

consumer product safety standards for durable infant or toddler products. The Commission is directed to assess the

effectiveness of applicable voluntary standards and, in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act, promulgate consumer

product safety standards that are substantially the same as the voluntary standard or more stringent than the voluntary standard

if the Commission determines that more stringent standards would further reduce the risk of injury associated with the product.

The CPSIA requires that not later than August 14, 2009, the Commission begin rulemaking for at least two categories of durable

infant or toddler products and promulgate two such standards every 6 months thereafter. The Commission started the section

104 rulemakings with baby walkers (and bath seats). On August 20, 2009, the Commission voted unanimously (5-0) to approve

the draft NPRM in the Federal Register (with changes). The NPRM was published in the Federal Register on September 3,

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2009, and the comment period ended November 17, 2009.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: PL 110-314, sec 104

Legal Deadline: Statutory deadline of August 14, 2009 to Commence Rulemaking

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Commence Rulemaking 08/14/2009 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Staff Sends Briefing Package to the Commission 08/14/2009 

Commission Decision 08/20/2009 

NPRM 09/03/2009 74 FR 45703 

NPRM Comment Period End 11/17/2009 

Staff Sends Briefing Package to the Commission 04/00/2010 

Commission Decision 05/00/2010 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: Undetermined

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise

be of international interest.

Agency Contact: Patricia L. Edwards

Project Manager

Consumer Product Safety Commission

Directorate for Engineering Sciences 4330 East West Highway

Bethesda , MD 20814-4408 

Phone: 301 504-7577 

E-Mail: pedwards@cpsc.gov

Consumer Product Safety Commission ( CPSC ) RIN: 3041-AC60

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Title: Standard for Bath Seats

Abstract: Section 104 of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (CPSIA) requires the Commission to issue

consumer product safety standards for durable infant or toddler products. The Commission is directed to assess the

effectiveness of applicable voluntary standards and, in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act, promulgate consumer

product safety standards that are substantially the same as the voluntary standard or more stringent than the voluntary standard

if the Commission determines that more stringent standards would further reduce the risk of injury associated with the product.

The CPSIA requires that not later than August 14, 2009, the Commission begin rulemaking for at least two categories of durable

infant or toddler products and promulgate two such standards every 6 months thereafter. The Commission started the section

104 rulemakings with bath seats (and baby walkers). On August 20, 2009, the Commission voted unanimously to approve the

draft NPRM proposing a standard for bath seats. The NPRM was published in the Federal Register on September 3, 2009, and

the comment period ended November 17, 2009.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 16 CFR 1215 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008, PL 110-314, sec 104, 122 Stat 3016, August 14,

2008

Legal Deadline: Statutory Deadline of August 14, 2009 to Commence Rulemaking

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Commence Rulemaking 08/14/2009 

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Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Staff Send Briefing Package to the Commission 08/14/2009 

Commission Decision 08/20/2009 

NPRM 09/03/2009 74 FR 45719 

NPRM Comment Period End 11/17/2009 

Staff Sends Briefing Package to the Commission 04/00/2010 

Commission Decision 05/00/2010 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise

be of international interest.

Agency Contact: Patricia L. Edwards

Project Manager

Consumer Product Safety Commission

Directorate for Engineering Sciences 4330 East West Highway

Bethesda , MD 20814-4408 

Phone: 301 504-7577 

E-Mail: pedwards@cpsc.gov

Consumer Product Safety Commission ( CPSC ) RIN: 3041-AC71

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Title: Testing, Certification, and Labeling of Certain Consumer Products

Abstract: Section 102(d)(2) of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (CPSIA), Public Law 110-314 (August

14, 2008), requires the Commission to initiate by regulation, no later than 15 months after the date of enactment: (1) A program

by which a manufacturer or private labeler may label a consumer product as complying with the certification requirements of

Section 102(a) of the CPSIA; (2) protocols and standards (i) for ensuring that a children's product tested for compliance with an

applicable children's product safety rule is subject to testing periodically and when there has been a material change in the

product's design or manufacturing process, including the sourcing of component parts; (ii) for the testing of random samples to

ensure continued compliance; (iii) for verifying that a children's product tested by a conformity assessment body complies with

applicable children's product safety rules; and (iv) for safeguarding against the exercise of undue influence on a third party

conformity assessment body by a manufacturer or private labeler. The Commission is also considering defining what constitutes

a reasonable testing program, requirements for additional third-party tests of children’s products, and protocols for component

parts testing of children's products in connection with this rule.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: PL 110-314, sec 102

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Statutory 11/14/2009 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Staff Sends Briefing Package to the Commission 03/31/2010 

Commission Decision 04/00/2010 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

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Agency Contact: Randy Butturini 

Project Manager

Consumer Product Safety Commission

Office of Hazard Identification and Reduction 4330 East West Highway

Bethesda , MD 20814-4408 

Phone: 301 504-7562 

E-Mail: rbutturini@cpsc.gov

Consumer Product Safety Commission ( CPSC ) RIN: 3041-AC72

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Title: Definition of "Children's Toy" and "Child Care Article"

Abstract: On February 12, 2009, the Commission issued guidance in draft form on the meaning of "children's toy" and "child

care article" as used in the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (CPSIA), Public Law 110-314 (August 14,

2008). The Commission is considering issuing a rule based on this guidance.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: PL 110-314, sec 3

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Commission Decision on Proposed Interpretative Rule 04/00/2010 

Staff Sends Briefing Package to Commission 04/00/2010 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise

be of international interest.

Agency Contact: Jonathan Midgett 

Engineering Psychologist

Consumer Product Safety Commission

4330 East-West Highway

Bethesda , MD 20814 

Phone: 301 504-7692 

E-Mail: jmidgett@cpsc.gov

Consumer Product Safety Commission ( CPSC ) RIN: 3041-AC75

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Title: Interpretation of "Children's Product"

Abstract: The Commission is considering issuing a rule interpreting the meaning of "children's product" as used in the

Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (CPSIA), Public Law 110-314 (August 14, 2008).

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

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Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Staff Sends Briefing Package to Commission 03/17/2010 

Commission Decision on Proposed Interpretive Rule 03/31/2010 

Proposed Interpretive Rule Published in Federal Register 04/00/2010 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise

be of international interest.

Agency Contact: Jonathan Midgett 

Engineering Psychologist

Consumer Product Safety Commission

4330 East-West Highway

Bethesda , MD 20814 

Phone: 301 504-7692 

E-Mail: jmidgett@cpsc.gov

Consumer Product Safety Commission ( CPSC ) RIN: 3041-AC76

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Title: Audit Requirements for Third Party Conformity Assessment Bodies

Abstract: Section 14(d)(1) of the Consumer Product Safety Act (CPSA), as added by the Consumer Product Safety

Improvement Act of 2008, requires the Commission to establish "requirements for the periodic audit of third party conformity

assessment bodies as a condition for the continuing accreditation of such conformity assessment bodies" under section

14(a)(3)(C) of the CPSA. On July 31, 2009, the Commission voted unanimously to issue a proposed rule with changes for

publication in the Federal Register. The proposed rule would establish requirements for the periodic audit of third party

conformity assessment bodies as a condition for their continuing accreditation.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 16 CFR 1112 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: PL 110-314, sec 102(b)

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Staff Sent Briefing Package to Commission 07/27/2009 

Commission Decision 07/31/2009 

NPRM 08/13/2009 74 FR 40784 

NPRM Comment Period End 10/13/2009 

Commission Decision 04/00/2010 

Staff Sends Briefing Package to Commission 04/00/2010 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise

be of international interest.

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Agency Contact: Randy Butturini 

Project Manager

Consumer Product Safety Commission

Office of Hazard Identification and Reduction 4330 East West Highway

Bethesda , MD 20814-4408 

Phone: 301 504-7562 

E-Mail: rbutturini@cpsc.gov

Consumer Product Safety Commission ( CPSC ) RIN: 3041-AC79

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Title: Drawstrings

Abstract: The Commission is considering whether to propose a rule specifying that drawstrings for certain sizes of children's

outerwear shall be deemed a substantial product hazard under 15 USC 2064(a)(2) if they do not meet the requirements of

ASTM F 1816-97, Standard Safety Specification for Drawstrings on Children's Upper Outerwear. Such a rule is authorized by 15

USC 2064(j) in cases where readily observable product characteristics are addressed by voluntary standards that have been

effective in reducing the risk from such characteristics and there is substantial compliance with such standards.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 15 USC 2064(j), Consumer Product Safety Act

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Staff Sends Briefing Package to Commission 04/00/2010 

Commission Decision 05/00/2010 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise

be of international interest.

Agency Contact: Harleigh Ewell 

Regulatory Affairs Attorney

Consumer Product Safety Commission

4330 East West Highway

Bethesda , MD 20814 

Phone: 301 504-7683 

E-Mail: hewell@cpsc.gov

Consumer Product Safety Commission ( CPSC ) RIN: 3041-AC81

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Title: Bassinets

Abstract: The Commission will propose a consumer product safety standard for bassinets. The proposed standard is

expected to be based on ASTM F 2194, Standard Consumer Safety Specification for Bassinets and Cradles, with possible

changes or additions. The proposal is one of a series of standards for durable infant or nursery products that the Commission

has been directed to issue by section 104 of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008, Public Law 110-314.

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Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: PL 110-314, sec 104

Legal Deadline: Statutory deadline of February 14, 2010 to commence rulemaking

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Commence Rulemaking 02/14/2010 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Commission Decision 03/10/2010 

Staff Sends Briefing Package to Commission 03/10/2010 

NPRM 04/00/2010 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise

be of international interest.

Agency Contact: Han S. Lim

Project Manager

Consumer Product Safety Commission

Directorate for Engineering Sciences 4330 East West Highway

Bethesda , MD 20814-4408 

Phone: 301 504-7538 

E-Mail: hlim@cpsc.gov

Consumer Product Safety Commission ( CPSC ) RIN: 3041-AC82

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Title: Toddler Beds

Abstract: The Commission will propose a consumer product safety standard for toddler beds to address the risks of

entrapment and entanglement. The proposed standard is expected to be based on ASTM F 1821-09, Standard Consumer

Safety Specification for Toddler Beds, with possible changes or additions. The proposal is one of a series of standards for

durable nursery products that the Commission has been directed to issue by section 104 of the Consumer Product Safety

Improvement Act of 2008, Public Law 110-314.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: PL 110-314, sec 104

Legal Deadline: Statutory deadline of February 14, 2010 to commence rulemaking

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Commence Rulemaking 02/14/2010 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Staff Sends Briefing Package to Commission 03/03/2010 

Commission Decision 03/17/2010 

NPRM 04/00/2010 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

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Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise

be of international interest.

Agency Contact: Celestine T. Kiss

Project Manager

Consumer Product Safety Commission

Directorate for Engineering Sciences 4330 East West Highway

Bethesda , MD 20814 

Phone: 301 504-7739 

E-Mail: ckiss@cpsc.gov

Consumer Product Safety Commission ( CPSC ) RIN: 3041-AC83

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Title: Hair Dryers

Abstract: The Commission is considering whether to propose a rule specifying that hand held hair dryers shall be deemed a

substantial product hazard under 15 USC 2064(a)(2) if they do not have immersion protection meeting the requirements of

section 5 of UL 859, Standard for Household Electric Personal Grooming Appliances. Such a rule is authorized by 15 USC

2064(j) in cases where readily observable product characteristics are addressed by voluntary standards that have been effective

in reducing the risk from such characteristics and there is substantial compliance with such standards. The rule, if proposed,

would address the risk of electrocution when hand held hair dryers are immersed in bath tubs or come into contact with wet

surfaces.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 15 USC 2064(j), Consumer Product Safety Act

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Staff Sends Briefing Package to Commission 04/00/2010 

Commission Decision 05/00/2010 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise

be of international interest.

Agency Contact: Patricia M. Pollitzer

Attorney

Consumer Product Safety Commission

Office of the General Counsel 4330 East West Highway

Bethesda , MD 20814-4408 

Phone: 301 504-7634 

E-Mail: ppollitzer@cpsc.gov

Consumer Product Safety Commission ( CPSC ) RIN: 3041-AC84

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Title: Publicly Available Consumer Product Safety Information Database

Abstract: Section 212 of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (CPSIA), Public Law 110-314, (August 14,

2008) amended the Consumer Product Safety Act (CPSA) to create a new section 6A. Section 6A of the CPSA requires the

Commission to establish and maintain a publicly available, searchable database on the safety of consumer products, and other

products or substances regulated by the Commission, which is accessible to the public through the Commission’s web site. The

Commission will initiate a rulemaking to codify its interpretation of the statutory requirements for both the content and procedural

aspects of such a public database.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 16 CFR 1102 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: PL 110-314, sec 212

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Staff Sends Briefing Package to Commission 03/31/2010 

Commission Decision 04/00/2010 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Mary Kelsey James

Project Manager

Consumer Product Safety Commission

Director, Information Technology of Policy and Planning 4330 East West Highway

Bethesda , MD 20814-4408 

Phone: 301 504-7213 

E-Mail: mjames@cpsc.gov

Consumer Product Safety Commission ( CPSC ) RIN: 3041-AC85

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Title: Public Accommodations Facility

Abstract: The Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act, Public Law 110-140, (VGB Act), imposes certain

requirements on public pools and spas. Public pools and spas are defined to include, in relevant part, pools or spas open

exclusively to patrons of a hotel or other "public accommodations facility." Section 1404(c)(2)(B)(iii) of the VGB Act. The term

"public accommodations facility" is not defined in the VGB Act. This interpretive rule would interpret the definition of "public

accommodations facility" as this term is used in the VGB Act.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 16 CFR 1450 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: PL 110-140

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Staff Sends Briefing Package to Commission 02/02/2010 

Commission Decision 03/01/2010 

Proposed Interpretive Rule Published in Federal Register 03/15/2010 75 FR 12167 

Proposed Interpretive Rule Comment Period End 04/14/2010 

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: Undetermined

Energy Affected: No

Agency Contact: Barbara E. Little

Regulatory Affairs Attorney

Consumer Product Safety Commission

Office of General Counsel 4330 East West Highway

Bethesda , MD 20814 

Phone: 301 504-7879 

E-Mail: blittle@cpsc.gov

Consumer Product Safety Commission ( CPSC ) RIN: 3041-AC77

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Title: Revocation of Regulation Banning Certain Baby-Walkers and Similar Products

Abstract: This rule would revoke certain regulations pertaining to baby-bouncers, walker-jumpers, baby-walkers, and similar

products. CPSC is taking this action because the regulations, which originally were issued in 1971, are outdated and do not

provide the degree of safety that is provided by currently manufactured baby walkers that comply with a more effective voluntary

standard. On August 20, 2009, the Commission voted unanimously (5-0) to publish an NPRM. The NPRM was published in the

Federal Register on September 3, 2009, and the comment period ended November 2, 2009.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 16 CFR 1500.18(a)(6); 16 CFR 1500.86(a) (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal

Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 5 USC 553, Administrative Procedure Act; 15 USC 1261, Federal Hazardous Substances Act

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Staff Sends Briefing Package to Commission 08/14/2009 

Commission Decision 08/20/2009 

NPRM 09/03/2009 74 FR 45714 

NPRM Comment Period End 11/02/2009 

Staff Sends Briefing Package to Commission 04/00/2010 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Agency Contact: Mark Kumagai 

Project Manager

Consumer Product Safety Commission

Directorate for Engineering Sciences

Washington , DC 20207 

Phone: 301 504-7532 

E-Mail: mkumagai@cpsc.gov

Consumer Product Safety Commission ( CPSC ) RIN: 3041-AB67

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Title: Amendment of Safety Regulations for Cribs

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Abstract: On December 16, 1996, the Commission published an advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPRM) to begin

a proceeding that could result in amendment of the safety regulations for full-size and non-full-size cribs, 16 CFR parts 1508

and 1509. Among the regulatory alternatives under consideration is amendment of the regulations to add tests to assure that

slats will not disengage from the side panels of cribs. The Commission began this proceeding after considering information

about incidents in which crib slats disengaged from the side panels of cribs, creating a risk that children may become entrapped

between the remaining slats or fall out of the crib. At the urging of CPSC staff, in April 1999, the voluntary standard for cribs

designated, "Specification for Full Size Baby Cribs (ASTM F1169-99)," and published by ASTM International was revised to

include performance requirements for crib slats. CPSC staff is currently assessing the adequacy of and conformance with the

voluntary standard. This issue will be addressed as part of the rulemaking on Options to Address Crib Safety Hazards (RIN

3041-AC 57).

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 16 CFR 1508 and 1509 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 5 USC 553, Administrative Procedure Act; 15 USC 1261, Federal Hazardous Substances Act

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Staff Sends Briefing Package to Commission 00/00/0000 

Staff Completes Monitoring Adequacy and Conformance 00/00/0000 

Staff Recommended Revisions to Voluntary Standard 09/30/1996 

ANPRM 12/16/1996 61 FR 65996 

ANPRM Comment Period End 02/14/1997 

Revisions to Voluntary Standard Approved 04/10/1999 

Voluntary Certification Program Begins 03/01/2000 

Staff Began Monitoring Adequacy of and Conformance with Revised

Voluntary Standard 03/27/2001 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism: Undetermined

Energy Affected: Undetermined

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise

be of international interest.

Related RINs: Related to 3041-AC57

Agency Contact: Patricia L. Edwards

Project Manager

Consumer Product Safety Commission

Directorate for Engineering Sciences 4330 East West Highway

Bethesda , MD 20814-4408 

Phone: 301 504-7577 

E-Mail: pedwards@cpsc.gov

Consumer Product Safety Commission ( CPSC ) RIN: 3041-AB91

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Title: Portable Bed Rails

Abstract: The Commission is considering whether certain portable bed rails present an unreasonable risk of injury that

should be regulated. A portable bed rail is a device intended to be installed on an adult bed to prevent a child from falling out of

the bed. Such bed rails may be constructed in a manner that allows children to become entrapped between the portable bed rail

and the bed. This entrapment can result in serious injury or death. In October 2000, the Commission issued an advance notice

of proposed rulemaking (ANPRM) addressing this issue. The ASTM International standard for bed rails has since been revised

and staff is evaluating the adequacy of, and conformance to, the revised standard. Following this evaluation, the Commission

staff will prepare a briefing package for Commission consideration as to whether to continue the rulemaking. Commission staff is

considering the impact of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 on this activity.

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Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 15 USC 1261, Federal Hazardous Substances Act

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Staff Sends Briefing Package to Commission 00/00/0000 

Staff Sent Briefing Package to Commission 06/28/2000 

Commission Decision 09/21/2000 

ANPRM 10/03/2000 65 FR 58968 

ANPRM Comment Period End 12/04/2000 

Staff Sent Briefing Package to Commission 10/01/2001 

Commission Decision 10/30/2001 

Staff Began Evaluating Conformance to Voluntary Standard 10/01/2005 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism: Undetermined

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise

be of international interest.

Agency Contact: Patricia L. Edwards

Project Manager

Consumer Product Safety Commission

Directorate for Engineering Sciences 4330 East West Highway

Bethesda , MD 20814-4408 

Phone: 301 504-7577 

E-Mail: pedwards@cpsc.gov

Consumer Product Safety Commission ( CPSC ) RIN: 3041-AC10

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Title: Petition CP 03-1/HP 03-1 Requesting a Standard for Bunk Bed Corner Posts

Abstract: A petition from the Danny Foundation requests that the Commission establish a standard to address an alleged

hazard of strangulation posed by bunk bed corner posts. The petitioner asserts that due to the height of bunk beds, corner posts

on bunk beds pose a substantial risk to children when the children's clothing, bedding, or other items become caught on the

corner posts. On November 8, 2002, the Commission published a notice in the Federal Register to solicit comments on the

petition from all interested persons. The comment period closed on January 7, 2003. On April 13, 2004, the staff sent a briefing

package to the Commission on this issue. On July 30, 2004, the Commission voted to defer action on the petition while the staff

continues to work with the ASTM International bunk bed subcommittee on this issue. A revised voluntary standard for bunk beds

was published in October 2004 that incorporates warning language about hangings associated with bunk beds and attaching

items to the bed. CPSC staff worked with the subcommittee to develop requirements beyond labeling to address strangulation

hazards with vertical protrusions. A revised standard was approved on July 15, 2007. Staff will evaluate the adequacy of and

conformance to the revised standard.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 5 USC 553(e), Administrative Procedure Act; 15 USC 1262(j), Federal Hazardous Substances Act; 15

USC 2058(i), Consumer Product Safety Act

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

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Action Date FR Cite

Staff Sends Briefing Package to Commission 00/00/0000 

Staff Begins Evaluating Conformance to Voluntary Standard 00/00/0000 

Petition Docketed 10/23/2002 

Notice 11/08/2002 67 FR 68107 

Comment Period End 01/07/2003 

Staff Sent Briefing Package to Commission 04/13/2004 

Commission Voted To Defer Action 07/30/2004 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: Undetermined

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise

be of international interest.

Agency Contact: Patricia L. Edwards

Project Manager

Consumer Product Safety Commission

Directorate for Engineering Sciences 4330 East West Highway

Bethesda , MD 20814-4408 

Phone: 301 504-7577 

E-Mail: pedwards@cpsc.gov

Consumer Product Safety Commission ( CPSC ) RIN: 3041-AC25

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Title: Mandatory Safety Standard for Cigarette Lighters

Abstract: In November 2001, a petition from the Lighter Association, Inc. requested that the Commission issue a rule to

adopt an ASTM International voluntary safety standard for cigarette lighters. In November 2004, the Commission voted to grant

the petition and initiate a rulemaking proceeding. An advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPRM) was published in April

2005 and the comment period closed on June 10, 2005. Staff completed monitoring conformance of lighters with the voluntary

standard, and sent a status report to the Commission for consideration in October 2006. On January 23, 2008, staff provided a

review of applicable law, decision factors, and pertinent information to assist the Commission in considering whether to formally

rely upon the voluntary standard for cigarette lighters. The Commission did not agree on this approach.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 5 USC 553(e), Administrative Procedure Act; 15 USC 2051, Consumer Product Safety Act

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Next Action Undetermined 

Staff Sent Draft ANPRM to Commission 03/25/2005 

Commission Decision 03/31/2005 

ANPRM 04/11/2005 70 FR 18339 

ANPRM Comment Period End 06/10/2005 

Staff Began Monitoring of Conformance with Voluntary Standard 10/01/2005 

Staff Completed Monitoring of Conformance with Voluntary Standard 05/15/2006 

Staff Sent Status Report to Commission 10/10/2006 

Staff Sent Briefing Package to Commission 01/23/2008 

Commission Decision 02/01/2008 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

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Federalism: Undetermined

Energy Affected: Undetermined

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise

be of international interest.

Agency Contact: Rohit Khanna 

Project Manager

Consumer Product Safety Commission

Directorate for Engineering Sciences 4330 East West Highway

Bethesda , MD 20814-4408 

Phone: 301 504-7546 

E-Mail: rkhanna@cpsc.gov

Consumer Product Safety Commission ( CPSC ) RIN: 3041-AC26

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Title: Proposed Standard To Address Open-Flame Ignition of Bedclothes

Abstract: On January 13, 2005, the Commission published an advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPRM) to begin a

proceeding for development of a flammability standard to address risks of death, injury, and property damage from fires

associated with open-flame ignition of bedclothes. Bedclothes are a major contributor to mattress ignition. Commission staff

reviewed research indicating that mattresses and bedclothes operate together as a system in fires involving mattresses.

Research has suggested that improved flammability performance of some bedclothes can reduce the fire hazard. The

Commission staff has reviewed public comments received on the ANPRM and is considering how information that is being

derived from implementation of the new open flame mattress standard impacts bedclothes flammability. Staff will prepare a

decision package for Commission consideration.

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 16 CFR 1640 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 15 USC 1193, Flammable Fabrics Act; 5 USC 801

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Staff Sends Briefing Package to Commission 00/00/0000 

ANPRM 01/13/2005 70 FR 2514 

ANPRM Comment Period End 03/14/2005 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism: Undetermined

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise

be of international interest.

Agency Contact: Allyson Tenney 

Project Manager

Consumer Product Safety Commission

Directorate for Engineering Sciences 4330 East West Highway

Bethesda , MD 20814-4408 

Phone: 301 504-7567 

E-Mail: atenney@cpsc.gov

Consumer Product Safety Commission ( CPSC ) RIN: 3041-AC27

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Title: Possible Revocation or Amendment of Standard for the Flammability of Mattresses and Mattress Pads (Cigarette

Ignition)

Abstract: The Commission published an advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPRM) in the Federal Register on June

23, 2005, requesting comments on a rulemaking proceeding that could result in revoking or amending its existing flammability

standard that includes a test for cigarette ignition of mattresses and mattress pads (16 CFR part 1632). On January 13, 2005,

the Commission issued a proposed flammability standard for mattresses and mattress and foundation sets that prescribes an

open flame ignition test. Some commenters to that rulemaking stated that they believe that once the new mattress standard is in

effect the cigarette ignition test currently required in 16 CFR 1632 will not be necessary and conducting both tests will be

burdensome for industry. The Commission issued this ANPRM to begin consideration of whether the existing mattress standard

should be revoked or amended. A research project examining the criteria for self-sustained smoldering began in late 2006 and

is ongoing. The results from this research project will help staff respond to issues raised in the public comments.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

CFR Citation: 16 CFR 1632 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 15 USC 1193, Flammable Fabrics Act

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Research Project Completed 00/00/0000 

ANPRM 06/23/2005 70 FR 36357 

ANPRM Comment Period End 08/22/2005 

Research Project Began 09/30/2006 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism: Undetermined

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise

be of international interest.

Agency Contact: Jacqueline Campbell 

Project Manager

Consumer Product Safety Commission

Directorate for Engineering Sciences 4330 East West Highway

Bethesda , MD 20814-4408 

Phone: 301 504-7584 

E-Mail: jcampbell@cpsc.gov

Consumer Product Safety Commission ( CPSC ) RIN: 3041-AC28

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Title: All-Terrain Vehicles

Abstract: On October 14, 2005, the Commission published an advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPRM) concerning

all-terrain vehicles (ATVs). Issuance of the ANPRM initiated a rulemaking proceeding under the Consumer Product Safety Act

(CPSA) and the Federal Hazardous Substances Act (FHSA). After reviewing the regulatory alternatives and the comments

submitted in response to the ANPRM, the staff developed a May 31, 2006, briefing package recommending that the

Commission issue a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) that would formally ban three-wheeled ATVs and mandate

performance, training, labeling, and information requirements for four-wheeled ATVs. Other non-regulatory activities also were

recommended, including the launch of an ATV safety Web site and a two-phase information and education effort. A

Commission briefing was held on June 15, 2006. On July 12, 2006, the Commission voted to approve publication of the draft

NPRM with changes in the Federal Register. The NPRM was published on August 10, 2006, with a comment closing date of

October 24, 2006. Seven ATV manufacturers and distributors requested a 60-day extension of the comment period. The

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Commission granted their request, and the comment closing date was extended to December 26, 2006. Staff conducted

research as directed by the Commission in its vote on July 12, 2006. On February 13, 2008, staff sent a report to the

Commissioners summarizing the status of the staff's research activities. A second status report summarizing completion of the

staff's research activities will be sent to the Commission. Section 232 of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008

(CPSIA) states that the Commission must issue a final rule in its ongoing ATV rulemaking proceeding. Section 232 of the

CPSIA made the voluntary standard for four-wheeled ATVs (ANSI/SVIA 1-2007) a mandatory consumer product safety

standard. The effective date of the mandatory standard was April 13, 2009. Section 232 of the CPSIA also prohibits the

importation of new three-wheeled ATVs into the United States or their distribution in U.S. commerce during the pendency of the

Commission's ATV proceeding.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

CFR Citation: 16 CFR 1307; 16 CFR 1410; 16 CFR 1500; 16 CFR 1515 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of

Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 15 USC 2051 Consumer Product Safety Act; 15 USC 1261, Federal Hazardous Substances Act

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Staff Sends Briefing Package to Commission 00/00/0000 

Staff Sends Second Status Report to Commission 00/00/0000 

Staff Sends Draft ANPRM to Commission 09/15/2005 

Commission Decision 10/05/2005 

ANPRM 10/14/2005 70 FR 60031 

ANPRM Comment Period Closed 12/13/2005 

Staff Sent Briefing Package to Commission 05/31/2006 

Commission Decision 07/12/2006 

NPRM 08/10/2006 71 FR 45903 

NPRM Comment Period Extended 10/20/2006 71 FR 61923 

NPRM Comment Period Closed 10/24/2006 

NPRM Extended Comment Period Closed 12/26/2006 

Staff Sent Status Report to Commissioners 02/13/2008 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism: Undetermined

Energy Affected: Undetermined

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise

be of international interest.

Agency Contact: Elizabeth W. Leland

Project Manager

Consumer Product Safety Commission

Directorate for Economic Analysis 4330 East West Highway

Bethesda , MD 20814-4408 

Phone: 301 504-7706 

E-Mail: eleland@cpsc.gov

Consumer Product Safety Commission ( CPSC ) RIN: 3041-AC31

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Title: Regulatory Options for Table Saws

Abstract: On July 11, 2006, the Commission voted 2-1 to grant a petition requesting that the Commission issue a rule

prescribing performance standards for a system to reduce or prevent injuries from contacting the blade of a table saw. The

Commission also directed the staff to prepare an advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPRM) initiating a rulemaking

proceeding under the Consumer Product Safety Act (CPSA) to identify the product and the risk of injury associated with table

saw blade contact injuries, summarize regulatory alternatives, and invite comments from the public. A draft advance notice of

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proposed rulemaking will be prepared for Commission consideration.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 5 USC 553(e), Administrative Procedure Act; 15 USC 2051, Consumer Product Safety Act

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Staff Sends ANPRM to Commission 00/00/0000 

Commission Decision 07/11/2006 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism: Undetermined

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise

be of international interest.

Agency Contact: Caroleene Paul 

Project Manager

Consumer Product Safety Commission

Directorate for Engineering Sciences 4330 East West Highway

Bethesda , MD 20814-4408 

Phone: 301 504-7540 

E-Mail: cpaul@cpsc.gov

Consumer Product Safety Commission ( CPSC ) RIN: 3041-AC35

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Title: Fireworks Devices

Abstract: The staff prepared a draft advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPRM) concerning fireworks devices

requesting comments on whether there is a need for the agency to update and strengthen its regulation of fireworks devices

and sent it to the Commission for consideration on June 26, 2006. On June 30, 2006, the Commission voted 3-0 to issue an

ANPRM. The ANPRM was issued on July 12, 2006. The comment period on the ANPRM closed on September 11, 2006.

Commission staff is considering the impact of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008, on this rulemaking

activity.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

CFR Citation: 16 CFR 1500; 16 CFR 1507 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 15 USC 1261, Federal Hazardous Substances Act

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Staff Sends Briefing Package to Commission 00/00/0000 

Staff Sent Draft ANPRM to Commission 06/26/2006 

Commission Decision 06/30/2006 

ANPRM 07/12/2006 71 FR 39249 

ANPRM Comment Period End 09/11/2006 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism: Undetermined

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International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise

be of international interest.

Agency Contact: James Joholske 

Compliance Officer

Consumer Product Safety Commission

Office of Compliance 4330 East West Highway

Bethesda , MD 20814 

Phone: 301 504-7527 

E-Mail: jjoholske@cpsc.gov

Consumer Product Safety Commission ( CPSC ) RIN: 3041-AC36

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Title: Portable Generators

Abstract: On December 5, 2006, the Commission voted 2-0 to issue an advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPRM)

under the Consumer Product Safety Act (CPSA) concerning portable generators. The ANPRM discusses regulatory options that

could reduce portable generator-related deaths and injuries, particularly those related to carbon monoxide poisoning. The

ANPRM was published in the Federal Register on December 12, 2006. Staff reviewed public comments and is conducting

technical activities. In FY 2006, staff awarded a contract to develop a prototype generator engine with reduced CO in the

exhaust. Also in FY 2006, staff entered into an interagency agreement (IAG) with the National Institute of Standards and

Technology (NIST) to conduct tests with a generator, in both off-the-shelf and prototype configurations, operating in an attached

garage to measure how CO moves from the garage into the rest of the house. The results from these tests will be used by staff

to evaluate the efficacy of the prototype in creating survivable conditions for occupants in the house. Under this IAG NIST will

also model the CO infiltration from the garage into various styles of homes and under different ambient conditions. In FY 2009,

staff entered into a second IAG with NIST with the goal of developing CO emission performance requirements for a proposed

regulation with criteria based on health effects. Because performance standards must be technology independent, this activity

has been separated from the technology demonstration work being conducted under the first IAG which is intended to

demonstrate the feasibility of a proposed rule. These and other staff activities on the portable generator project will be used in

the development of a briefing package for Commission consideration as to whether to issue a notice of proposed rulemaking

(NPRM).

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 15 USC 2051, Consumer Product Safety Act

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Staff to Send NPRM Briefing Package to Commission 00/00/0000 

Staff Sent ANPRM to Commission 06/29/2006 

Staff Sent Supplemental Material to Commission 10/12/2006 

Staff Briefed Commission 10/26/2006 

Commission Decision 10/26/2006 

Staff Sent Draft ANPRM to Commission 11/21/2006 

ANPRM Published 12/12/2006 71 FR 74472 

ANPRM Comment Period End 02/12/2007 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism: Undetermined

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise

be of international interest.

Agency Contact: Janet L. Buyer

Project Manager

Consumer Product Safety Commission

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Directorate for Engineering Sciences 4330 East West Highway

Bethesda , MD 20814 

Phone: 301 504-7542 Extension: 1413 

E-Mail: jbuyer@cpsc.gov

Consumer Product Safety Commission ( CPSC ) RIN: 3041-AC49

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Title: Third Party Accreditation for Baby Bouncers, Walkers, and Jumpers

Abstract: Section 102(a) of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (CPSIA), Public Law 110-314, 122 Stat.

3016 (August 14, 2008), requires the Commission to publish notice of requirements for the accreditation of third party conformity

bodies (laboratories) to assess conformity with the standard for baby bouncers, walkers, and jumpers by March 12, 2009. The

Commission is considering whether to revoke 16 CFR 1500.18(a)(6) and 1500.86(a)(4). Revocation of these two sections, if it

occurred, would eliminate the need for this regulatory action.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: PL 110-314, sec 102(a)

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory 03/12/2009 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Staff Sends Briefing Package to Commission 00/00/0000 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise

be of international interest.

Agency Contact: Jonathan Midgett 

Engineering Psychologist

Consumer Product Safety Commission

4330 East-West Highway

Bethesda , MD 20814 

Phone: 301 504-7692 

E-Mail: jmidgett@cpsc.gov

Consumer Product Safety Commission ( CPSC ) RIN: 3041-AC73

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Title: Voluntary Recall Notices

Abstract: The Commission is considering establishing guidelines by rule setting a class of uniform information to be included

in voluntary recall notices.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined

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Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Staff Sends Briefing Package to Commission 00/00/0000 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise

be of international interest.

Agency Contact: Mary House 

Attorney

Consumer Product Safety Commission

4330 East West Highway

Bethesda , MD 20814 

Phone: 301 504-6810 

E-Mail: mhouse@cpsc.gov

Consumer Product Safety Commission ( CPSC ) RIN: 3041-AC74

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Title: Tracking Labels

Abstract: Section 103 of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (CPSIA), Public Law 110-314 (August 14,

2008), mandates "distinguishing marks" on all children's products and their packaging to enable the manufacturer and the

ultimate purchaser to ascertain certain source and product information. On July 20, 2009, the Commission posted a statement

of policy on its website regarding the interpretation and enforcement of section 103(a) of the CPSIA. The Commission is

considering issuing a rule based on this guidance.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: PL 110-314, sec 103

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Staff Sends Briefing Package to Commission 00/00/0000 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise

be of international interest.

Agency Contact: Patricia M. Pollitzer

Attorney

Consumer Product Safety Commission

Office of the General Counsel 4330 East West Highway

Bethesda , MD 20814-4408 

Phone: 301 504-7634 

E-Mail: ppollitzer@cpsc.gov

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Consumer Product Safety Commission ( CPSC ) RIN: 3041-AC78

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Title: Recreational Off-Road Vehicles

Abstract: The Commission is considering whether ROVs present an unreasonable risk of injury that should be regulated.

ROVs are motorized vehicles having four or more low pressure tires designed for off-road use and intended by the manufacturer

primarily for recreational use by one or more persons. The salient characteristics of a ROV include a steering wheel for steering

control, foot controls for throttle and braking, bench or bucket seats, roll over protective structure, and a maximum speed greater

than 30 mph. On October 21, 2009, the Commission voted to publish the ANPRM in the Federal Register. The ANPRM was

published in the Federal Register on October 28, 2009. The comment period for the ANPRM ended December 28, 2009. The

Commission received two letters requesting an extension of the comment period. The Commission has decided to extend the

comment period 75 days after December 28, 2009. Written comments must be received by the Commission no later than March

15, 2010.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: 15 USC 2051 Consumer Product Safety Act

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Next Action Undetermined 

Staff Sends Briefing Package to Commission 10/07/2009 

Commission Meeting 10/14/2009 

ANPRM 10/28/2009 74 FR 55495 

Commission Decision 10/21/2009 

ANPRM Comment Period Extended 12/22/2009 74 FR 67987 

ANPRM Comment Period End 12/28/2009 

ANPRM Comment Period Extended End 03/15/2010 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise

be of international interest.

Agency Contact: Caroleene Paul 

Project Manager

Consumer Product Safety Commission

Directorate for Engineering Sciences 4330 East West Highway

Bethesda , MD 20814-4408 

Phone: 301 504-7540 

E-Mail: cpaul@cpsc.gov

Consumer Product Safety Commission ( CPSC ) RIN: 3041-AC80

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Title: Corded Window Covering Products

Abstract: The Commission currently addresses the risk of injury associated with certain corded window covering products by

recall and is considering whether to propose a rule to address this hazard. Strangulations can occur with certain corded window

covering products when a child places his/her neck between the exposed inner cord and the fabric on the backside of the blind

or when a child pulls the cord out and wraps it around his/her neck. With certain roll-up blinds, strangulations can occur if the

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lifting loops slide off the side of the blind and a child's neck becomes entangled on the free-standing loop or if a child places

his/her neck between the lifting loop and the roll-up blind material.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action

Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Staff Sends Briefing Package to Commission 00/00/0000 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise

be of international interest.

Agency Contact: Mary House 

Attorney

Consumer Product Safety Commission

4330 East West Highway

Bethesda , MD 20814 

Phone: 301 504-6810 

E-Mail: mhouse@cpsc.gov

Consumer Product Safety Commission ( CPSC ) RIN: 3041-AC52

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Title: Penalty Factors

Abstract: Section 217 of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (CPSIA), Public Law 110-314, 122 Stat.

3016 (August 14, 2008), requires the Commission to issue a regulation providing its interpretation of the penalty factors

described in section 20(b) of the Consumer Product Safety Act (15 U.S.C. 2069(b)), section 5(c)(3) of the Federal Hazardous

Substances Act (15 U.S.C. 1264(c)(3)), and section 5(e)(2) of the Flammable Fabrics Act (15 U.S.C. 1194(e)(2)), as amended

by the CPSIA. On September 1, 2009, the Commission published the interim final rule in the Federal Register and asked for

comments on that rule. The Commission issued a final interpretative rule on March 31, 2010.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 16 CFR 1119 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: PL 110-314, sec 217

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory 08/14/2009 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Staff Sends Briefing Package to Commission 08/07/2009 

Commission Decision 08/18/2009 

Interim Final Rule 09/01/2009 74 FR 45101 

Interim Final Rule Comment Period End 10/01/2009 

Staff Sends Briefing Package to the Commission 02/25/2010 

Commission Decision 03/10/2010 

Final Rule 03/31/2010 75 FR 15993 

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise

be of international interest.

Agency Contact: Melissa V. Hampshire

Attorney

Consumer Product Safety Commission

Office of General Counsel 4330 East West Highway

Bethesda , MD 20814-4408 

Phone: 301 504-7631 

E-Mail: mhampshire@cpsc.gov

Consumer Product Safety Commission ( CPSC ) RIN: 3041-AC53

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Title: Product Registration for Durable Infant and Toddler Products

Abstract: Section 104(d)(1) of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (CPSIA), Public Law 110-314, 122

Stat. 3016 (August 14, 2008), requires the Commission to promulgate a final rule for product registration of durable infant and

toddler products by August 14, 2009. On June 12, 2009, the Commission voted to publish the NPRM in the Federal Register.

The NPRM was published in the Federal Register on June 29, 2009. The comment period for the NPRM ended September 14,

2009. Staff briefed the Commission on the final rule on December 9, 2009. The Commission unanimously approved the final

rule. The final rule was published in the Federal Register on Tuesday, December 29, 2009.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 16 CFR 1130 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: PL 110-314, sec 104(d)(1); 15 USC 2065(b), Consumer Product Safety Act

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory 08/14/2009 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Staff Sends Briefing Package to Commission 05/20/2009 

Commission Decision 06/12/2009 

NPRM 06/29/2009 74 FR 30983 

NPRM Comment Period End 09/14/2009 

Staff Sends Briefing Package to Commission 12/02/2009 

Commission Decision 12/16/2009 

Final Rule 12/29/2009 74 FR 68668 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise

be of international interest.

Agency Contact: Celestine T. Kiss

Project Manager

Consumer Product Safety Commission

Directorate for Engineering Sciences 4330 East West Highway

Bethesda , MD 20814 

Phone: 301 504-7739 

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E-Mail: ckiss@cpsc.gov

Consumer Product Safety Commission ( CPSC ) RIN: 3041-AC54

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Title: Recall Notices

Abstract: Section 214 of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (CPSIA), Public Law 110-314, Stat. 3016

(August 14, 2008), requires the Commission to establish guidelines by rule setting a class of uniform information to be included

in mandatory recall notices by February 10, 2009. The Commission unanimously approved the issuance of an NPRM on March

5, 2009. The NPRM was published in the Federal Register on March 20, 2009 and the comment period ended on April 20,

2009. Staff sent a briefing package to the Commission on December 9, 2009. The Commission unanimously approved the final

rule on January 6, 2010. The final rule was published in the Federal Register on January 21, 2010.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 16 CFR 1115 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: PL 110-314, sec 214

Legal Deadline: 

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory 02/10/2009 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Staff Sends Draft Federal Register Notice to Commission 02/26/2009 

Commission Decision 03/05/2009 

NPRM 03/20/2009 74 FR 11883 

NPRM Comment Period End 04/20/2009 

Staff Sends Briefing Package to Commission 12/09/2009 

Commission Decision 01/06/2010 

Final Rule 01/21/2010 75 FR 3355 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise

be of international interest.

Agency Contact: Marc Schoem 

Deputy Director

Consumer Product Safety Commission

Office of Compliance 4330 East West Highway

Bethesda , MD 20814 

Phone: 301 504-7520 

E-Mail: mschoem@cpsc.gov

Consumer Product Safety Commission ( CPSC ) RIN: 3041-AC70

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Title: Children's Products Containing Lead; Exemptions for Certain Electronic Devices

Abstract: On January 15, 2009, the Commission published a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) concerning exemptions

for certain children’s electronic devices unable to meet the lead limits prescribed in section 101(a) of the Consumer Product

Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (CPSIA), Public Law 110-314 due to technological infeasibility. On February 12, 2009, the

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Commission published a notice of withdrawal of the notice of proposed rulemaking on Children’s Products Containing Lead;

Exemptions for Certain Electronic Devices issued on January 15, 2009; 74 FR 2435. The Commission instead published an

interim final rule on exemptions for certain electronic devices on February 12, 2009. The interim final rule addressed certain

electronic devices for which it is not technologically feasible to meet the lead limits as required under section 101 of the CPSIA.

The comment period closing date on the interim final rule was March 16, 2009. The Commission staff reviewed public

comments on the interim final rule and prepared a briefing package for the Commission on December 9, 2009. The Commission

unanimously approved the final rule on January 6, 2010. The final rule was published in the Federal Register on January 20,

2010.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No

CFR Citation: 16 CFR 1500 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) 

Legal Authority: PL 110-314, sec 101

Legal Deadline: The closing date for the comment period on the interim final rule was March 16, 2009.

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory 02/12/2009 

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM Published in Federal Register 01/15/2009 74 FR 2435 

Interim Final Rule Published in Federal Register 02/12/2009 74 FR 6990 

Withdrawal of NPRM Published in Federal Register 02/12/2009 74 FR 7021 

Interim Final Rule Comment Period End 03/16/2009 

Staff Sends Briefing Package to Commission 12/09/2009 

Commission Decision 01/06/2010 

Final Rule 01/20/2010 75 FR 3154 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise

be of international interest.

Agency Contact: Kristina M. Hatlelid Ph.D.

Project Manager

Consumer Product Safety Commission

Directorate for Health Sciences 4330 East West Highway

Bethesda , MD 20814-4408 

Phone: 301 504-7254 

E-Mail: khatlelid@cpsc.gov

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