An amendment to refquire country of origin labels on domestically produced, as well as imported, merchandise as regards to their textile origin. The amendment specifies that the item and its package must be labeled, or the package must be transparent such that the label on the item is clearly visible. In the case of hosiery items only the package must be labeled. Labels must be on the collars of items with collars. The amendment has language for "textile fiber products" and for wool products. Products will be considered falsely or deceptively presented if they do not conform to these standards. Also mail order catalogues for such items must state the country of origin of the fiber.

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Amendment Number
1090
Description
An amendment to refquire country of origin labels on domestically produced, as well as imported, merchandise as regards to their textile origin. The amendment specifies that the item and its package must be labeled, or the package must be transparent such that the label on the item is clearly visible. In the case of hosiery items only the package must be labeled. Labels must be on the collars of items with collars. The amendment has language for "textile fiber products" and for wool products. Products will be considered falsely or deceptively presented if they do not conform to these standards. Also mail order catalogues for such items must state the country of origin of the fiber.
Congress
98
Type
HAMDT
Latest Action Date
Sep 6, 1984
Latest Action Text
Amendment Passed (Amended) in Committee of the Whole by Voice Vote.
Submitted Date
Sep 6, 1984
Chamber
House of Representatives
Update Date
Jun 30, 2021
Amendment 1090 — Informed