California's state Assembly approved a proposal requiring new gas stoves to carry a label warning about pollutants linked to respiratory illnesses.
California's state Assembly has approved a proposal requiring new gas stoves sold in the state to carry a label warning users about pollutants linked to respiratory illnesses. The bill, which targets gas stoves made or sold online after 2024 or in stores after 2025, aims to address childhood asthma and respiratory issues. Critics argue the state should focus on promoting better ventilation in buildings to improve air quality. The label would inform users that exposure to chemicals like nitrogen dioxide, carbon monoxide, and benzene could exacerbate pre-existing respiratory conditions and increase the risk of developing leukemia and asthma, particularly in children.
May 14, 2024
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