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Paterson signs product laws protecting babies' safety

Quick ReadGov. David A. Paterson has signed two laws affecting what babies put into their mouths and where they sleep.

This undated handout photo provided by the Consumer

Photo credit: AP | This undated handout photo provided by the Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) shows Sleigh crib. Thousands of drop-side cribs from popular retailer Pottery Barn Kids are being recalled over safety concerns.

Gov. David A. Paterson has signed two laws affecting what babies put into their mouths and where they sleep.

Paterson approved the measure banning the sale of baby bottles, sippy cups, pacifiers and other products containing the plasticizing agent Bisphenol-A. He also signed into law a measure that does away with drop-side cribs.

The State Legislature unanimously passed the Bisphenol-A-Free...

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