Senate Committee
Health, Human Services and Housing
Chair: Kathy Sheran
Vice Chair: Melissa H. Wiklund
Ranking Minority Member: Michelle R. Benson
For more information, visit the committee’s page on the Senate website.
Current Members
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Michelle R. Benson
District 31 -
Chris A. Eaton
District 40 -
Jeff Hayden
District 62 -
John A. Hoffman
District 36 -
Tony Lourey
District 11 -
John Marty
District 66 -
Carla J. Nelson
District 26 -
Sean R. Nienow
District 32 -
Julie A. Rosen
District 23 -
Kathy Sheran
District 19 -
Melissa H. Wiklund
District 50
Record On Conservation Issues
SF466: Toxic Free Kids Act (March 6, 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 bill was passed and referred to the Commerce Committee.
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SF357: Banning formaldehyde in children’s soap and shampoo (March 6, 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 bill was passed and referred to the Commerce Committee.
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SF379: Banning Bisphenol A in children’s food packaging (March 6, 2013)
Bisphenol A is a toxic chemical linked to heart disease, cancer, and developmental and neurological problems. Children are particularly at risk from exposure. SF 379 bans Bisphenol A in children’s food packaging.
How the Committee Voted
The bill was passed and referred to the Commerce Committee
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