The new bipartisan law requires the proper labeling of non-washable wipes to help consumers educate consumers on proper disposal
Springfield, Illinois, August 9, 2021–(BUSINESS WIRE)–(BUSINESS WIRE)–On Friday, Governor JB Pritzker signed Senate Bill No. 294, the Wet Wipes Labeling Act, The bill now requires household disposable wipes manufacturers to sell in the U.S. Illinois to clearly indicate “do not rinse” on wipes that should not be flushed into the toilet. The law will take effect on July 1, 2022.
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Illinois is the third state to pass appropriate non-washable wipes labeling laws to highlight the “do not rinse” symbol. (Illustration: Business Wire)
The bill was first introduced in February 2021 and has received broad support from the Illinois Wastewater Treatment Agency and wipe industry organizations. Illinois is one of the states affected. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of wet wipes in municipal sewers and treatment systems increased, causing blockages and other operational disruptions.
Brandon Janes, president of the Illinois Association of Wastewater Treatment Agencies, said: “The impact of non-washable wipes on public sewage systems is becoming more serious, and it is becoming increasingly expensive for taxpayers.” “We are proud to be with us. Cooperation with partners in the wipes manufacturing industry has put Illinois in a leading position in the nation in solving this serious problem.”
Illinois is the third state to enact legislation on the labeling of non-flushable wipes. In June, similar legislation was signed into law in Oregon, continuing to promote the movement of the Responsible Flushing Coalition to provide consumers with more tools to make responsible flushing decisions. Washington State is the first state to enact wet wipes legislation in March 2020.
“Bright disposal labels are essential to educate consumers about washable and non-washable products, and we are very pleased that this legislation was passed in Illinois,” said Lara Wyss, chair of the Responsible Washing Alliance. “Through our #FlushSmart Consumer Education Program, the Responsible Flushing Alliance advocates the public to have the same awareness of the smart flushing habits advocated in this legislation. Clear labels are a key step in helping consumers develop responsible flushing habits. , Which in turn will lead to healthier homes and communities for all of us.”
The #FlushSmart national campaign launched this year instructs consumers to look for “do not flush” symbols on product packaging and labels to identify materials that should not be flushed into the toilet.
Some examples of non-rinsable wipes that require a “do not rinse” label include baby wipes, cosmetic or facial wipes, hard surface cleaning or disinfecting wipes, floor cleaning wipes, makeup wipes, and bath wipes. There are also some non-washable items that can cause blockages that should not be washed, such as paper towels, menstrual supplies, cotton swabs, dental floss, wipes, FOG (fat/oil/grease).
The Responsible Flushing Alliance (RFA) is a 501(c)(6) non-profit organization dedicated to consumer education, focusing on what should and should not be flushed. We are an alliance of trade associations, wipe manufacturing companies and non-profit organizations dedicated to educating consumers about responsible and wise washing habits. The goal of RFA is to change consumer behavior to help reduce damage to our country’s sewage system caused by objects and materials that are not used for washing.
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The Illinois Association of Wastewater Treatment Agencies (IAWA) is an organization that represents more than 80 years of transformation and growth of the well-known and respected Illinois Association of Sanitary Districts. IAWA is designed to meet the needs of administrators and managers who are concerned about clean rivers and responsible for the collection and treatment of wastewater in Illinois.
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