Relates to permitting the sale or distribution of expanded polystyrene containers that are designed or intended to be used for cold storage for certain tissues, temperature sensitive health and safety samples, cultures, and reagents, and microbial cultures.
Summary
Bill A01680 amends the Environmental Conservation Law to permit the sale or distribution of expanded polystyrene containers specifically designed for cold storage of certain biological materials. This includes drugs, medical devices, animal biologics, tissues, temperature-sensitive samples, and microbial cultures. The bill outlines the conditions under which these containers can be used, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations regarding health and safety.
Impact
The bill impacts state laws by modifying existing prohibitions on expanded polystyrene containers, allowing for their use in specific contexts related to health and safety. This change is significant for industries involved in pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and food safety, as it provides a legal framework for using these materials in the transport and storage of sensitive biological products.
Sentiment
The sentiment around the bill appears to be positive, as indicated by the unanimous votes in favor during committee discussions. The bill has garnered support from members of the Assembly Environmental Conservation Committee and the Assembly Rules Committee, suggesting a consensus on the importance of allowing these containers for health-related purposes.
Contention
There are no notable points of contention reported in the discussions surrounding the bill. The unanimous support in committee votes indicates a lack of opposition or significant debate over the provisions of the bill.
Same As
Relates to permitting the sale or distribution of expanded polystyrene containers that are designed or intended to be used for cold storage for certain tissues, temperature sensitive health and safety samples, cultures, and reagents, and microbial cultures.
Relates to permitting the sale or distribution of expanded polystyrene containers that are designed or intended to be used for cold storage for certain tissues, temperature sensitive health and safety samples, cultures, and reagents, and microbial cultures.
Enacts prohibitions relating to the use of disposable foodware containers containing polystyrene foam by certain food dispensing establishments. (BDR 40-685)