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11/20/2007
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Boston, MA--Hazardous toys are still sold in stores across the country, according to the 22nd annual toy safety survey released today by the Massachusetts Public Interest Research Group Education Fund (MASSPIRG). | |
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10/31/2007
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With growing awareness of the trash, waste, and public health problems that come from throwaway containers, the Legislature is scheduled to consider updating the Bottle Law at 10:30am on Wednesday, October 31. | |
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08/15/2007
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The unfortunate news that another 9 million toys tainted with lead paint or dangerous small magnets were recalled today underscores many problems. | |
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08/01/2007
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Statement of Janet S. Domenitz, MASSPIRG Executive Director, on the recall of 1 million toys manufactured in China that are tainted with lead paint: | |
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07/23/2008
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The number of recalls of toys and children’s products is up 22% over the first half of last year, despite industry promises last year to solve the problems that made 2007 the “year of the recall,” according to a report released today. An analysis of Consumer Product Safety Commission data, included in the report entitled “Total Recall”, authored by the nation’s leading consumer groups, documents the rise in product recalls. The groups urge Congress to enact a “strong CPSC Reform Act” before the August recess. | |