Starting from September 1st, a batch of new laws and regulations will be implemented to solve the problem of people with disabilities traveling and protect consumer rights
CCTV News: Starting from September 1st, a batch of new laws and regulations will be implemented. What changes will these new laws and regulations bring to our lives?
Difficulties such as climbing stairs for people with disabilities and the elderly are expected to be solved
The Law of the People's Republic of China on Accessible Environment Construction will come into effect on September 1st, which specifies that newly built, renovated, or expanded residential buildings, residential areas, public buildings, public places, transportation facilities, urban and rural roads, etc. shall meet the standards for the construction of accessible facilities. The state supports the installation of elevators or other accessible facilities in existing multi-storey residential areas in old urban areas. In addition, self-service public service terminal equipment for banks, hospitals, urban rail transit stations, civil transportation airport terminal areas, passenger stations, passenger terminals, large scenic spots, etc. should have barrier free functions such as voice, large characters, and Braille.
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Food and cosmetic packaging needs to be "slimmed down"
The mandatory national standard for restricting excessive packaging of goods, including food and cosmetics, newly revised and released by the State Administration for Market Regulation, will officially come into effect on September 1st. It regulates the packaging requirements for 31 categories of food and 16 categories of cosmetics in terms of packaging void ratio, number of packaging layers, and packaging cost. Products that do not meet the new standard will not be allowed to be produced, sold, or imported.
For the packaging of moon cakes and Zongzi, it is clear that precious metals and mahogany materials should not be used; For mooncakes and Zongzi with a sales price of less than 100 yuan, the cost of all packaging shall not exceed 20% of the sales price of the product, except for the packaging that directly contacts the contents; For products priced above 100 yuan, the packaging cost shall not exceed 15% of the product's selling price.
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Special laws are about to be implemented to safeguard the rights and interests of citizens abroad
The People's Republic of China Consular Protection and Assistance Regulations, the first specialized legislation in China regarding consular protection and assistance and the security of Chinese citizens and institutions overseas, will be officially implemented from September 1st, clarifying the acceptance methods for consular protection and assistance. In addition, it is stipulated that travel agencies operating overseas tourism business should provide tourists with truthful explanations and clear reminders on the safety risks existing in the destination country or region through pre travel notification and other means; For sales through online platforms, relevant risks should be prominently indicated.