Toy recalls alone are not enough to ensure children's safety, says Sen. Jeanne Kohl-Welles, D-Seattle, who is seeking additional protections for Washington parents and children.

"The safety of children's products is a major concern of any parent with young children," said Kohl-Welles. "It should be a major concern - and a top priority to be addressed this session - for the Legislature as well."

Kohl-Welles has introduced legislation. SB 6444, providing detailed instructions for retailers to follow in case a product they carry is recalled by the federal government or by manufacturers, or if it fails to meet federal safety standards or voluntary safety standards. Kohl-Welles' bill includes procedures regarding notice, posting and removal from shelves, and specific penalties for failure to comply. Her legislation would also prohibit the use of banned children's products in licensed child care providers in Washington. The Department of Early Learning will provide information to the child care providers on the banned products.