The state’s governor signed the law on Thursday, which will go into effect in January. State legislator Linda Rosenthal, a proponent of the ban, has argued that research methods have evolved to the point where
It is not necessary that “animals be subjected to inhumane experiments in order to create new cosmetics or shampoos by cosmetic companies” during product development.
The to protect animals Referring to the state of new york, the states of virginia, california, louisiana, new jersey, maine, hawaii, nevada, illinois, and maryland prohibit the sale of cosmetics based on animal testing in the united states.
It will be banned in all states
A federal bill that would ban cosmetics across the United States is already before the House of Representatives in Washington. The Human Cosmetics Act proposal was introduced to the House of Congress in December 2021, MTI reported.
The animal protection organization The Humane Society said the idea had the support of 375 companies operating in the United States during the signature collection, including drugstore chains that deal in cosmetic products.
In New York state, implementing a law banning cosmetics wasn’t the only victory for animal rights activists this week, as Gov. Kathy Hochul also signed legislation Thursday, which bans pet stores from operating in the state from December 2024. Selling dogs, cats and rabbits.
