House Committee

Health and Human Services Reform

Chair: Tara Mack
For more information, visit the committee’s page on the House website.

Current Members

Record On Conservation Issues

HF 2772: Triclosan Cleaning Products Prohibited (March 7, 2014)

Triclosan contained in soaps and sanitizing products ends up in our lakes and rivers.  There is evidence that this chemical may affect hormone levels, and infectious disease experts are concerned that broad use also increases bacterial resistance making antibiotics less… Continue reading

How the Committee Voted

The bill is passed and referred to the Consumer Protection Committee.

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HF459: Banning Bisphenol A in children’s food packaging (February 26, 2013)

Bisphenol A is a toxic chemical linked to heart disease, cancer, and developmental and neurological problems. Children are particularly at risk from exposure. HF 459 bans Bisphenol A in children’s food packaging.

How the Committee Voted

The committee passed this bill and sent it to the House Judiciary Finance and Policy Committee for review.

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HF458: Banning formaldehyde in children’s soap and shampoo (February 26, 2013)

Children are particularly vulnerable to the effects of formaldehyde, including asthma, chronic bronchitis and other respiratory problems. Formaldehyde is often added to shampoo, soap, body wash, and body lotions, and isn’t labeled as an ingredient, making it difficult for parents… Continue reading

How the Committee Voted

The committee passed this bill and sent it to the House Judiciary Finance and Policy Committee for review.

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HF605: Toxic Free Kids Act (February 26, 2013)

Currently, manufacturers don’t need to disclose if the products they sell in Minnesota contain even the most toxic chemicals known to affect the health of children. The Toxic Free Kids Act requires manufacturers to report this to the state, giving… Continue reading

How the Committee Voted

The committee passed this bill and sent it to the House Civil Law Committee for review

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