Do you love American-made toys? Do you like to support mom-and-pop businesses? Do you value choice in the marketplace? If you want to continue to have options for toys (and other children's products like clothing), then please read about the new legislation that would put these small companies out of business.
While the intent of this bill that's before Congress is to increase the safety of children's products - those made in the USA and abroad, including in Europe - the unintended effect will be the closing of doors of countless companies that have, in fact, no problems with their toys to begin with! One German company has already announced that it will be pulling out of the American market, yet European toys are already subject to high scrutiny and are far safer than most toys currently available here in America.
We need to make every effort we can to have this legislation amended such that it does not harm our small businesses, our children, and our economy. There are links as well as a sample letter in the article, and you can also use the following links to write to your representatives.
Contact your Senator and your Representatives. Let them know that these businesses are a vital part of the American economy, and that they need to be protected from over-reaching laws. Then forward the information on to your friends and colleagues. The Committee meets Wednesday, December 10, at 10:00am, so act quickly!
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