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WIPPES Act

USA119th CongressHR-2269| House 
| Updated: 6/24/2025
Lisa C. McClain

Lisa C. McClain

Republican Representative

Michigan

Cosponsors (7)
Jared Huffman (Democratic)J. Luis Correa (Democratic)Ken Calvert (Republican)Thomas H. Kean (Republican)Pramila Jayapal (Democratic)Kevin Mullin (Democratic)Chellie Pingree (Democratic)

Energy and Commerce Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill mandates that certain disposable wipes carry a clear and conspicuous "Do Not Flush" label to prevent wastewater infrastructure pollution. The requirement applies to covered products , which include premoistened, nonwoven disposable wipes marketed as baby wipes or diapering wipes. It also covers household or personal care wipes that contain petrochemical-derived fibers and have a significant potential to be flushed, such as antibacterial, disinfecting, general cleaning, and various personal hygiene wipes. The legislation specifies detailed requirements for the placement and visibility of the "Do Not Flush" symbol and label notice across various packaging types, including cylindrical, flexible film, rigid, and bulk packaging. These labels must be reasonably visible to the user, have high contrast with the background, and be equal to at least 2 percent of the principal display panel's surface area. Furthermore, manufacturers are prohibited from making any express or implied representations that these covered products can or should be flushed. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is tasked with enforcing these labeling requirements, treating violations as unfair or deceptive acts or practices. The bill also includes a preemption clause, ensuring that no State or political subdivision can establish or maintain "Do Not Flush" labeling requirements that are not identical to the federal standards. These provisions will take effect one year after the Act's enactment.

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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-4602
WIPPES Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-2964
WIPPES Act
Mar 21, 2025
Introduced in House
Mar 21, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Apr 8, 2025
Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
Apr 8, 2025
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Jun 12, 2025
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 120.
Jun 12, 2025
Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-154.
Jun 23, 2025
Mr. Bilirakis moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
Jun 23, 2025
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H2852-2854)
Jun 23, 2025
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2269.
Jun 23, 2025
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H2852-2853)
Jun 23, 2025
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H2852-2853)
Jun 23, 2025
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Jun 24, 2025
Received in the Senate.
Sep 19, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-1092
Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Reported by Senator Cruz with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 119-63.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-4602
    WIPPES Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-2964
    WIPPES Act


  • March 21, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • March 21, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.


  • April 8, 2025
    Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.


  • April 8, 2025
    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held


  • June 12, 2025
    Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 120.


  • June 12, 2025
    Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-154.


  • June 23, 2025
    Mr. Bilirakis moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.


  • June 23, 2025
    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H2852-2854)


  • June 23, 2025
    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2269.


  • June 23, 2025
    Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H2852-2853)


  • June 23, 2025
    On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H2852-2853)


  • June 23, 2025
    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.


  • June 24, 2025
    Received in the Senate.


  • September 19, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-1092
    Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Reported by Senator Cruz with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 119-63.

Commerce

Related Bills

  • S 119-1092: WIPPES Act
Administrative law and regulatory proceduresCivil actions and liabilityConsumer affairsCosmetics and personal careEnvironmental educationEnvironmental Protection Agency (EPA)Environmental regulatory proceduresFederal Trade Commission (FTC)Government information and archivesHazardous wastes and toxic substancesManufacturingMarketing and advertisingPest managementRetail and wholesale tradesSolid waste and recyclingWater quality

WIPPES Act

USA119th CongressHR-2269| House 
| Updated: 6/24/2025
This bill mandates that certain disposable wipes carry a clear and conspicuous "Do Not Flush" label to prevent wastewater infrastructure pollution. The requirement applies to covered products , which include premoistened, nonwoven disposable wipes marketed as baby wipes or diapering wipes. It also covers household or personal care wipes that contain petrochemical-derived fibers and have a significant potential to be flushed, such as antibacterial, disinfecting, general cleaning, and various personal hygiene wipes. The legislation specifies detailed requirements for the placement and visibility of the "Do Not Flush" symbol and label notice across various packaging types, including cylindrical, flexible film, rigid, and bulk packaging. These labels must be reasonably visible to the user, have high contrast with the background, and be equal to at least 2 percent of the principal display panel's surface area. Furthermore, manufacturers are prohibited from making any express or implied representations that these covered products can or should be flushed. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is tasked with enforcing these labeling requirements, treating violations as unfair or deceptive acts or practices. The bill also includes a preemption clause, ensuring that no State or political subdivision can establish or maintain "Do Not Flush" labeling requirements that are not identical to the federal standards. These provisions will take effect one year after the Act's enactment.

Bill Text Versions

View Text
3 versions available

Suggested Questions

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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-4602
WIPPES Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-2964
WIPPES Act
Mar 21, 2025
Introduced in House
Mar 21, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Apr 8, 2025
Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
Apr 8, 2025
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Jun 12, 2025
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 120.
Jun 12, 2025
Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-154.
Jun 23, 2025
Mr. Bilirakis moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
Jun 23, 2025
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H2852-2854)
Jun 23, 2025
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2269.
Jun 23, 2025
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H2852-2853)
Jun 23, 2025
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H2852-2853)
Jun 23, 2025
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Jun 24, 2025
Received in the Senate.
Sep 19, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-1092
Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Reported by Senator Cruz with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 119-63.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-4602
    WIPPES Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-2964
    WIPPES Act


  • March 21, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • March 21, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.


  • April 8, 2025
    Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.


  • April 8, 2025
    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held


  • June 12, 2025
    Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 120.


  • June 12, 2025
    Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-154.


  • June 23, 2025
    Mr. Bilirakis moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.


  • June 23, 2025
    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H2852-2854)


  • June 23, 2025
    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2269.


  • June 23, 2025
    Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H2852-2853)


  • June 23, 2025
    On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H2852-2853)


  • June 23, 2025
    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.


  • June 24, 2025
    Received in the Senate.


  • September 19, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-1092
    Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Reported by Senator Cruz with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 119-63.
Lisa C. McClain

Lisa C. McClain

Republican Representative

Michigan

Cosponsors (7)
Jared Huffman (Democratic)J. Luis Correa (Democratic)Ken Calvert (Republican)Thomas H. Kean (Republican)Pramila Jayapal (Democratic)Kevin Mullin (Democratic)Chellie Pingree (Democratic)

Energy and Commerce Committee

Commerce

Related Bills

  • S 119-1092: WIPPES Act
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Administrative law and regulatory proceduresCivil actions and liabilityConsumer affairsCosmetics and personal careEnvironmental educationEnvironmental Protection Agency (EPA)Environmental regulatory proceduresFederal Trade Commission (FTC)Government information and archivesHazardous wastes and toxic substancesManufacturingMarketing and advertisingPest managementRetail and wholesale tradesSolid waste and recyclingWater quality