The Assembly Environmental Safety and Toxic Materials Committee convened on July 1, 2025, to discuss critical legislation aimed at increasing transparency regarding the safety of menstrual products. The meeting highlighted the importance of public disclosure of ingredients in these products, which many women use continuously for several days each month.

A key speaker emphasized the significant exposure women face from potentially harmful substances in menstrual products, noting the difficulty consumers encounter in identifying safe options. The speaker urged the committee not to remove provisions requiring manufacturers to publicly disclose product contents, arguing that informed consumers would drive the market towards safer alternatives.

The discussion underscored the lack of research on the safety of these products and the need for transparency to protect consumer health. The bill, introduced by Senator Durazo, aims to ensure that consumers have access to information about what they are putting into their bodies. The committee members expressed strong support for the bill, recognizing its potential to empower consumers and improve product safety.

The committee ultimately voted to advance the bill to the appropriations committee, marking a significant step towards enhancing consumer rights and safety in California. The discussions reflect a growing awareness of the need for transparency in consumer products, particularly those that impact women's health.