Senate
Mar 24, 2026

WIPPES Act

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Wastewater Infrastructure Pollution Prevention and Environmental Safety Act or the WIPPES Act This bill requires entities responsible for the labeling or retail packaging of certain premoistened, nonwoven wipes (e.g., baby wipes, cleaning wipes, or personal care wipes) to label such products clearly and conspicuously with the phrase Do Not Flush and accompanying symbol as depicted under specified industry guidelines. The Federal Trade Commission must enforce these requirements and may issue regulations to implement the bill. 

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Bill Progress

Passed Senate, sent to House

Introduced(3/24/25)
Committee
Passed House
Passed Senate
President
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Mr. Merkley

Senate (D) Oregon

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Mar 24, 2026

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