I just got this today, oddly it goes Right with the reply on Ayn Rand post yesterday, who'd have guess,

well, once again, the Fanatics, have passed legislation, with good intents of course, you know, to 'protect' us, but that is going to hurt the Poor, especially those with children who rely on Thrift Stores,

its going to put Lord knows how many Poor and Disabled out of work in those Thrift Stores and Consignment Shops, and it will effect any who sell used clothing at Flea Markets and probably Garage Sales.

The law goes into effect Feb 10, Any used/new clothing sold has to be tested for lead. That is a $50,000 dollar for a small business, for the machines. Small businesses and Thrift stores are going to be on Feb 10 throwing out all used children's clothing/toys, etc [from age 12 to infant] to the Landfills,

there will be no more used clothing for the working poor/poor to buy. Small businesses that sell new clothing, many are going to be folding up, that also means, More jobs lost. They simply can't afford to test every single garment for lead and phthalates, a chemical that makes toys softer. This law was passed in Reaction to the lead cases of recalled items from China [surprise surprise],

mostly from Walmart stores and other Corporate stores. Corporations can afford testing because they have Sweatshops/Labor concentration camps [yes, literally thats what they are] Small stores and consignment stores and Thrift stores that donate proceeds to Veterans, Epilepsy, Salvation Army [lots of funds go to help the homeless/poor from those stores], and will hurt those with either Felony records that can't get jobs elsewhere Or those with disabilities that work in stores such as ARC Thrift stores.

This, I firmly believe, is a Deliberate attack to cut out competition/and to force the poor OUT of the work force by Corporate Textiles, using Environmentalism to do so. This legislation was passed by Congress [Dems strongly behind it].

for more info, please pass this around to Any tribe you know that works whatsoever with used clothing including Reconstructed clothing, as they too will be effected. I'm sure, those who sell used clothes at Garage Sales will also be targeted, eventually,

I also believe this is an attempt for Government to put an end to bartering and working off the grid, in many states its already illegal to 'dumpster dive' or what they call 'scrapping'. Making it IMPOSSIBLE for those who are LEGALLY discriminated from jobs, due to either bad credit, sexual orientation [they discriminate using those Mode of Lifestyle checks and even fast food places are doing these more and more now], divorce, bankruptcy, you name it,

and they Don't have to give you a reason as to why they don't hire you...all they have to say is the report/investigative turned up something. Therefore, forcing more people such as myself, especially with bad credit [and mine is medical bills/student loans], to work off the grid, because no one will hire you...

if you can't work even selling at Flea Markets or if you do have a job but can't afford clothes except at Thrift Stores, well guess what,

your children are going to be forced to wear either rags or go naked or you'll be forced to pay those high prices at the high end stores, or buy from Walmarts, so those who don't shop at Walmart due to sweatshop/bad working conditions, as well as KMarts, etc., will now be forced to.

This law also effects materials used, buttons, you name it, if you work in any form of textile for children's apparel, it effects you.

contact this petition, and also, some links to this law.

Modotti

see below: www.wgrz.com/news/local/story.aspx

petition listed in that article/on comment, I'll also post here

Congress passed a new law Aug. 2008 stating that as of Feb. 10, 2009 it will
be illegal to sell any items used for children under the age of 12 if it was
manufactured before Feb. 10, 2009.

This is what YOU can do:
YOU need to call the following 3 people and let them know that you are
calling about the CPSIA Law. (www.cpsc.gov/cpsia.pdf) Tell them that in theory this new law is a good idea, but that they did not take into consideration the consequences it will
have on the rest of us in these already financially trying times. Tell them
whether you are a shopper or a consignor. Also, who and how many you shop
for. Tell them how this law will affect you personally if you could no longer
buy used items. Be passionate and persistent. TELL THEM THIS LAW MUST BE
AMENDED. ASAP!

1. Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton (D) - (202) 224-4451

2. Senator Charles Schumer (D) - (202) 224-6542

3. Your Representative (Choose one and be sure it‘s yours)
26th District:
Christopher Lee (R) - (202) 225-5265

27th District:
Brian Higgins (D) – (202) 225-3306

28th District:
Louise McIntosh Slaughter (D) - (202) 225-3615

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