"As concerns over toxic metals and ‘forever chemicals’ flare, bill would offer consumers more clarity on products if signed into law."

"House Bill 998 by Del. Holly Seibold, D-Fairfax, would require ingredient labels be listed on all menstrual products sold in Virginia, an effort to better inform consumers about possibly toxic substances in the reproductive health items.

Having passed both the House of Delegates and cleared the Virginia Senate Monday, it now heads to Gov. Abigail Spanberger for her signature, amendment or veto. 

While some companies label ingredients used to make menstrual health products like tampons or pads, many disclose little about the chemicals their products contain.

If made law, the measure would require manufacturers to include ingredients listed in descending order of predominance. Violators would be subject to the Virginia Consumer Protection Act."

Charlotte Rene Woods reports for the Virginia Mercury March 3, 2026. [2]