Vitter said he’s been working to “ensure the safety of the products our children play with.”

“When the head of the CPSC went through confirmation hearings in the U.S. Senate, I questioned her about actions the CPSC can take to continually improve the safety of toys… And I will continue working with the CPSC and on other measures to ensure the safety of the products our children play with.” [David Vitter e-newsletter, 12/10/09]

But last year, Vitter was one of only 13 Senators to oppose a bill toughening safety standards for children’s toys:

Vitter One of Only 13 Senators to Vote Against Higher Safety Standards for Children’s Toys. In 2008, Vitter cast one of only 13 votes against a bill overhauling the Consumer Product Safety Commission and tightening safety standards on children’s toys. [Vote #41, HR 4040, Passed 79-13, 3/6/08]