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Healthy Hair Act: Formaldehyde in Hair Straightening Products Considered Adulterated

This act specifies that hair straightening and smoothing products containing formaldehyde or formaldehyde-releasing substances will be considered adulterated. It also mandates a study on the health impacts of exposure to these products, including effects on salon workers.
Key points
Hair products (including keratin treatments) containing formaldehyde or formaldehyde-releasing substances are considered adulterated.
The amendments take effect 180 days after the law is enacted.
Mandatory study on the association of such exposure with cancer, respiratory issues, and endocrine disruption.
Specific focus on the impacts of exposure on salon workers.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_7685
Sponsor: Rep. Brown, Shontel M. [D-OH-11]
Process start date: 2026-02-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Healthy Hair Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_7685.

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 2026-02-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Hair products (including keratin treatments) containing formaldehyde or formaldehyde-releasing substances are considered adulterated.
  • The amendments take effect 180 days after the law is enacted.
  • Mandatory study on the association of such exposure with cancer, respiratory issues, and endocrine disruption.
  • Specific focus on the impacts of exposure on salon workers.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Brown, Shontel M. [D-OH-11].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-03-14.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Health Labor