DAY 2 - A CALL TO ARMS

Toy Safety Matters: Mobilizing Our Members

Carter Keithley, President of TIA, outlined the TIA outreach efforts underway to help counter the 170 toy-related legislative bills in 32 states. The small differences between each state’s proposals – with no measurable increase to product safety – would create a nightmare for the industry.

TIA has undertaken a lobbying and public affairs effort in priority states to stem these legislative initiatives and media information. Keithley called for all TIA members to reach out to their legislators to deliver a common industry message – on the great lengths the industry already goes through in the name of toy safety, the importance of a uniform national approach, and industry efforts to enhance our already robust toy safety system. A TIA "Call to Action" will be sent to members in the coming days.