What does Preamble of HR 1657 do?

This bill aims to restrict animal testing for cosmetics. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives. It was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce.

What does SHORT TITLE. of HR 1657 do?

This Act has a short title. The short title is defined in the section.

What does ANIMAL TESTING. of HR 1657 do?

This section prohibits knowingly conducting or contracting for cosmetic animal testing in the United States one year after the Act's enactment. It also prohibits the sale, offer for sale, or transport of cosmetic products developed or manufactured using cosmetic animal testing after the specified date. Evidence from animal testing conducted after the effective date generally cannot be used to establish the safety of cosmetics unless specific exemptions apply. Exemptions exist for animal testing conducted outside the U.S. to comply with foreign regulations, testing requested by the Secretary under specific conditions, testing regulated under chapter V of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, and testing for non-cosmetic purposes. The Secretary may impose civil penalties of up to $10,000 per violation. Cosmetic manufacturers must provide records to the Secretary upon request related to the criteria for using animal testing data. States cannot establish prohibitions on cosmetic animal testing or data use that are not identical to the federal standards outlined in the section.

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Humane Cosmetics Act of 2025 — HR. 1657

Last updated: 2/27/2025 · Introduced: 2/27/2025

Author: Donald Beyer (D-VA)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill prohibits cosmetic animal testing conducted or contracted within the United States, and the sale of cosmetics developed using such testing, one year after enactment.
The law allows exemptions for animal testing required by foreign regulations, specific requests by the Secretary, and testing for non-cosmetic purposes.
It preempts state laws regarding cosmetic animal testing and data use, ensuring they align with federal standards, and establishes civil penalties for violations.

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