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Ban on Weighted Infant Sleep Products: Enhancing Child Sleep Safety.

This Act introduces a complete ban on the sale, manufacture, and import of weighted sleep products intended for infants up to one year old. Products like weighted blankets, sleep sacks, or swaddles will be classified as banned hazardous products to enhance infant sleep safety. The ban takes effect 180 days after enactment, directly impacting product availability for parents and caregivers.
Key points
Weighted sleep products for infants (up to 1 year old) will be classified as banned hazardous products.
The ban covers all products with added weight, such as weighted sleep sacks, swaddles, and blankets, regardless of their manufacturing date.
The goal is to protect infants from hazards associated with using these products during sleep.
The Act will take effect 180 days after its enactment, allowing time for manufacturers and retailers to comply.
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Print number: 118_S_4939
Sponsor: Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT]
Process start date: 2024-08-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Safeguarding Infants from Dangerous Sleep Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_4939.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-08-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Weighted sleep products for infants (up to 1 year old) will be classified as banned hazardous products.
  • The ban covers all products with added weight, such as weighted sleep sacks, swaddles, and blankets, regardless of their manufacturing date.
  • The goal is to protect infants from hazards associated with using these products during sleep.
  • The Act will take effect 180 days after its enactment, allowing time for manufacturers and retailers to comply.
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 Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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