Cosmetic Safety for Communities of Color and Professional Salon Workers Act of 2025
Summary
The "Cosmetic Safety for Communities of Color and Professional Salon Workers Act of 2025" aims to improve cosmetic safety, particularly for communities of color and salon workers. It mandates research on health disparities related to cosmetics, supports the creation of safer alternatives, and establishes resource centers for beauty justice and salon worker health and safety. The bill also directs the FDA to regulate synthetic braids and requires safety data sheets for cosmetics to be available in multiple languages.
Expected Effects
This act would lead to increased research funding for cosmetic safety and health disparities. It would also result in new regulations and safety standards for cosmetic products, especially synthetic braids. Furthermore, it would provide resources and support for communities of color and salon workers to reduce exposure to harmful chemicals.
Potential Benefits
- Increased research into the health effects of cosmetics on communities of color and salon workers.
- Development of safer cosmetic alternatives.
- Establishment of resource centers to address cosmetic chemical exposures.
- Improved access to safety information through translated safety data sheets.
- Regulation of synthetic braids to ensure safety standards.
Potential Disadvantages
- Increased regulatory burden on cosmetic manufacturers and importers.
- Potential costs associated with translating safety data sheets.
- Possible delays in the availability of certain cosmetic products due to new regulations.
- The cost of funding the new research and resource centers, potentially impacting other public health programs.
- Potential for unintended consequences from the regulation of synthetic braids.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill aligns with the general welfare clause of the Constitution, as it seeks to promote public health and safety. Specifically, it falls under Congress's power to regulate interstate commerce (Article I, Section 8) as it pertains to the manufacturing and distribution of cosmetics. The emphasis on research and information dissemination also aligns with the government's role in promoting scientific advancement and public knowledge. The bill does not appear to infringe on any specific constitutional rights.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).