WIPPES Act

Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

Jun 12, 2024

Wastewater Infrastructure Pollution Prevention and Environmental Safety Act or the WIPPES Act This bill requires entities responsible for the labeling or retail packaging of certain premoistened, nonwoven wipes (e.g., baby wipes, cleaning wipes, or personal care wipes) to label such products clearly and conspicuously with the phrase Do Not Flush and accompanying symbol as depicted under specified industry guidelines. The Federal Trade Commission is authorized to issue related regulations and enforce this requirement.