Repealing Federal Safety Rules for Gas Cans: Increased Fire Risk.
This bill repeals two federal safety acts concerning portable fuel containers, including the 2020 safety requirements. This means new gasoline cans will no longer be required to include flame mitigation devices or child-resistant features. The primary consequence is an increased risk of accidental burns, fires, and injuries, particularly involving children, but potentially lower manufacturing costs for containers.
Key points
Eliminates the requirement for child-resistant features on gasoline containers, increasing the risk of burns and injuries to children.
Repeals the mandate for flame mitigation devices (which prevent flash fires) in portable fuel containers.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission is prohibited from issuing future regulations requiring these specific safety features.
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