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Setting Consumer Standards for Lithium-Ion Batteries Act
8/26/2025, 10:01 PM
Summary of Bill S 389
Bill 119 s 389, also known as the Consumer Lithium-Ion Battery Standards Act, is a proposed piece of legislation in the US Congress. The bill aims to establish specific standards for lithium-ion batteries that are used in consumer products such as smartphones, laptops, and electric vehicles.
The main goal of the bill is to ensure the safety and reliability of lithium-ion batteries by setting requirements for manufacturers to follow. This includes guidelines for the design, production, and testing of these batteries to prevent issues such as overheating, fires, and explosions.
Additionally, the bill seeks to improve transparency for consumers by requiring manufacturers to provide clear labeling and information about the lithium-ion batteries used in their products. This will help consumers make informed decisions about the safety and quality of the batteries they are purchasing. Overall, the Consumer Lithium-Ion Battery Standards Act aims to protect consumers from potential hazards associated with lithium-ion batteries while also promoting accountability and transparency within the industry.
The main goal of the bill is to ensure the safety and reliability of lithium-ion batteries by setting requirements for manufacturers to follow. This includes guidelines for the design, production, and testing of these batteries to prevent issues such as overheating, fires, and explosions.
Additionally, the bill seeks to improve transparency for consumers by requiring manufacturers to provide clear labeling and information about the lithium-ion batteries used in their products. This will help consumers make informed decisions about the safety and quality of the batteries they are purchasing. Overall, the Consumer Lithium-Ion Battery Standards Act aims to protect consumers from potential hazards associated with lithium-ion batteries while also promoting accountability and transparency within the industry.
Congressional Summary of S 389
Setting Consumer Standards for Lithium-Ion Batteries Act
This bill requires the Consumer Product Safety Commission to issue a final consumer product safety rule for rechargeable lithium-ion batteries used in micromobility devices, such as electric bikes and electric scooters.
Specifically, the rule must require manufacturers and distributors of such products to comply with the applicable safety standards jointly established by the American National Standards Institute, the Standards Council of Canada, and UL Solutions Inc.
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Current Status of Bill S 389
Bill S 389 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 4, 2025. Bill S 389 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on February 4, 2025. Bill S 389's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 133. as of July 29, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 389
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
3Democrat Cosponsors
1Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 389
Primary Policy Focus
CommercePotential Impact Areas
- Consumer affairs
- Energy storage, supplies, demand
- Pedestrians and bicycling
- Product safety and quality
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 389
A bill to establish consumer standards for lithium-ion batteries.
A bill to establish consumer standards for lithium-ion batteries.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 389
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