S. 1092 · Passed Senate · Commerce

WIPPES Act

Sponsor: Jeff Merkley (D-OR)

What it does

• Requires those responsible for labeling or retail packaging of premoistened nonwoven wipes, such as baby or cleaning wipes, to label them Do Not Flush.
• Requires the label to be clear and conspicuous and to carry the symbol set out in specified industry guidelines.
• Assigns enforcement to the Federal Trade Commission.
• Allows the FTC to issue regulations implementing the requirements.

Official summary

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.

Latest action

Mar 24, 2026: Held at the desk.

Committee: Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation