Congressman Dingell see's reason??

Rob Wilson of CPSIA-Central has a copy of a letter from Senator John Dingell to CPSC Chairwoman Nancy Nord and CPSC Commissioner Thomas Moore here.

Senator Dingell appears to have a good understanding of the law, and is asking questions that could lead to the ammendments and exemptions our industry needs.

One question asks:

"Although some youth all-terrain vehicles (ATV's) and youth motorcycles are intended for use by children under 12 years of age, does CPSC beleive it is necessary that these products be tested for lead and phthalate content? Similarly, does CPSC believe that these products present a risk to children for the absorbtion of phthalates or lead?"

The letter addresses many of the issues faced by American businesses. This could be a very good sign. The letter concludes:

"Please provide your responses to my office by no later than the close of business on Friday, March 13, 2009. I intend to work with my colleagues in the House and Senate to resolve these issues, as well as call on Chairman Waxman and Chairman Rush to hold hearings on problems arising from the Act's implementation. Your responses to these questions will be invaluable in preparing Members of Congress for a frank discussion about several of the Act's apparent shortcomings".

Let's keep our fingers crossed that this is the beginning of the end!

A special email has been set up for comments to Senator Dingall. Express your support of changes to:

commentsfordingell@cox.net.

The responses will be gathered and delivered to the CPSC and to Rep. Dingell's office.

Ian.