H.R. 1563 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
To require engine coolant and antifreeze to contain a bittering agent so as to render it unpalatable.
H.R. 1563 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) was introduced on Apr 2, 2003, sponsored by Gary L. Ackerman with 133 co-sponsors.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Apr 2, 2003
- Co-sponsors
- 133
- Policy area
- Commerce
What it does
Requires engine coolant or antifreeze sold after January 1, 2004, that is manufactured after July 1, 2003, and that contains more than ten percent ethylene glycol, to include denatonium benzoate at a minimum of 30 parts per million (or other equally effective aversive agent) as a bittering agent so as to render it unpalatable. Requires a manufacturer or packager of such product to maintain records of compliance with this Act.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Gary L. Ackerman (D-NY). Co-sponsors: 110 Democrats, 23 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedApr 2, 2003
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Commerce, Trade and Consumer Protection. (Apr 10, 2003)
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