Reese's Law mandates new safety standards affecting dive gear
In 2022, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) was tasked with developing safety standards for button and coin batteries, ensuring their safety in packaging and when incorporated into household devices.
The resulting legislation, driven by the tragic death of 18-month-old Reese Hamsmith due to the ingestion of a button battery, mandates comprehensive safety standards for devices using button and coin batteries, including those prevalent in diving equipment.