Mom Advocates for Toy Regulation After Baby’s Death Ex-Officials Receive Warning as Legislation Stalls

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has faced significant leadership and staffing losses, impacting product safety regulations. Trista Hamsmith, whose daughter died from swallowing a button battery, advocates for stricter safety measures, including applying “Reese’s Law” to toys. Former commissioners Richard Trumka and Alex Hoehn-Saric claim that political interference has stalled crucial safety rules, risking consumer safety. While the CPSC insists it remains committed to its mission, it currently lacks the necessary quorum to pass new regulations.

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