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Child Safety: New Furniture Standards to Prevent Tip-Overs.

This act aims to enhance child safety by introducing new, mandatory standards for clothing storage units. This means manufacturers will be required to design and test dressers and wardrobes to be more stable and prevent tip-overs, protecting children from accidents.
Key points
Mandatory stability testing for furniture, simulating the weight of children up to 60 pounds.
Required stability tests on various surfaces and with open drawers.
Strengthened warning requirements on furniture to inform about tip-over risks.
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Print number: 117_HR_1314
Sponsor: Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9]
Process start date: 2021-02-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

STURDY Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1314.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandatory stability testing for furniture, simulating the weight of children up to 60 pounds.
  • Required stability tests on various surfaces and with open drawers.
  • Strengthened warning requirements on furniture to inform about tip-over risks.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Pursuant to section 11 of H. Res. 486, and the motion offered by Mr. McGovern, the following bills passed under suspension of the rules: H.R. 482; H.R. 704; H.R. 961, as amended; H.R. 1314; H.R. 2571, as amended; H.R. 2679, as amended; H.R. 2694; H.R. 2922, as amended; H.R. 3182; H.R. 3239; H.R. 3241, as amended; H.R. 3723; H.R. 3752; H.R. 3841; S. 409; and S. 1340. (consideration: CR H3026-3052; text: CR H3027-3028)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

CATEGORIES

Family Security