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FCC Consumer & Governmental Affairs Bureau Issues Public Notice: TRS Complaints Summaries Due July 1, 2026 and Other TRS Reporting Obligations
WASHINGTON, May 29 -- The Federal Communications Commission Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau issued the following public notice (CG Docket No. 03-123):
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The Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau reminds state telecommunications relay services (TRS) programs and TRS providers of (1) their annual obligation to submit summaries of their consumer complaint logs on or before Wednesday, July 1, 2026; (2) their ongoing obligations to file and maintain TRS consumer contact information; and (3) the requirement to notify the Federal Communications Commission (Commission) of any substantive
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WASHINGTON, May 29 -- The Federal Communications Commission Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau issued the following public notice (CG Docket No. 03-123):
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The Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau reminds state telecommunications relay services (TRS) programs and TRS providers of (1) their annual obligation to submit summaries of their consumer complaint logs on or before Wednesday, July 1, 2026; (2) their ongoing obligations to file and maintain TRS consumer contact information; and (3) the requirement to notify the Federal Communications Commission (Commission) of any substantiveprogram changes.
Annual Summary of Consumer Complaints
To assist the Commission in monitoring the service quality of TRS providers, the Commission requires state TRS programs and interstate and Internet-based TRS providers to collect and maintain a log of consumer complaints alleging violations of the federal TRS mandatory minimum standards./1 State TRS programs and interstate TRS providers are required to log all consumer complaints made to the state agency, and those made to the TRS provider. State programs and all TRS providers must file annually with the Commission a summary of the complaint log for the previous year./2 These summaries are intended to provide an indication to the Commission of possible service quality issues. This information also allows the Commission to determine whether a state or a TRS provider has appropriately addressed consumer complaints, and to spot national trends that may lead to coordinated solutions. Moreover, the information enables states to learn how other states are resolving complaints./3
Complaint log summaries shall cover all complaints received from June 1, 2025, through May 31, 2026, and shall include the number of complaints about TRS./4
Consumer Contact Information
Certified state TRS programs and all TRS providers must maintain on file with the Commission the name of a contact person or office for the receipt of inquiries and complaints from consumers./5
The Commission must be notified of changes in this required information. Changes in contact information should be sent to TRS_POC@fcc.gov.
Contact information for certified state TRS programs is posted on the Commission's website at: https://www.fcc.gov/general/trs-state-and-territories; contact information for Internet-based TRS providers is posted at: https://www.fcc.gov/general/internet-based-trs-providers.
Notice of Substantive Change in a TRS Program
Certified state TRS programs and all TRS providers must notify the Commission of any substantive changes in their TRS programs within 60 days after they occur, and must certify that they continue to meet federal TRS mandatory minimum standards after implementing the substantive change./6
Filing Procedures
Complaint Log Summary filings and notices of substantive changes in TRS Programs must reference CG Docket No. 03-123. Submissions may be filed either by: (1) using the Commission's Electronic Comment Filing System (ECFS), or (2) filing paper copies.
* Electronic Filers: Submissions may be filed electronically using the Internet by accessing the ECFS: https://www.fcc.gov/ecfs/filings.
* Paper Filers: Parties who choose to file by paper must file an original and one copy of each filing.
- Filings can be sent by hand or messenger delivery, by commercial overnight courier, or by the U.S. Postal Service. All filings must be addressed to the Secretary, Federal Communications Commission.
- Hand-delivered or messenger-delivered paper filings for the Commission's Secretary are accepted between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. by the FCC's mailing contractor at 9050 Junction Drive, Annapolis Junction, MD 20701. All hand deliveries must be held together with rubber bands or fasteners. Any envelopes and boxes must be disposed of before entering the building.
- Commercial courier deliveries (any deliveries not by the U.S. Postal Service) must be sent to 9050 Junction Drive, Annapolis Junction, MD 20701.
- Filings sent by U.S. Postal Service First-Class Mail, Priority Mail, and Priority Mail Express must be sent to 45 L Street, NE, Washington, DC 20554.
Procedural Matters
People with Disabilities. To request materials in accessible formats for people with disabilities (braille, large print, electronic files, audio format), send an email to fcc504@fcc.gov or call the Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau at (202) 418-0530.
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Footnotes:
1/ See 47 CFR Sec. 64.604(c)(1)(i); see also Telecommunications Relay Services and Speech-to-Speech Services for Individuals with Hearing and Speech Disabilities, Report and Order and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, 15 FCC Rcd 5140, 5144-45, 5190-91 paras. 9, 120-122 (2000) (Improved TRS Order).
2/ 47 CFR Sec. 64.604(c)(1)(ii).
3/ Improved TRS Order, 15 FCC Rcd at 5190-91, para. 122.
4/ See 47 CFR Sec. 64.604(c)(2).
5/ 47 CFR Sec. 64.604(c)(2).
6/ 47 CFR Sec. 64.606(f)(1), (2).
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Original text here: https://docs.fcc.gov/public/attachments/DA-26-527A1.pdf
FCC Chairman Carr Presents First 'Build America Hard Hat'
WASHINGTON, May 29 -- The Federal Communications Commission issued the following news release:
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FCC Chairman Carr Presents First 'Build America Hard Hat'
Visited Crews Opening a New Cell Tower in Western North Carolina to Restore and Expand Internet Connectivity in Communities Damaged by Hurricane Helene
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During a visit to the Chimney Rock and Lake Lure region in Western North Carolina, FCC Chairman Brendan Carr presented the very first 'Build America Hard Hat' to Phillip Morrow. After Hurricane Helene destroyed connectivity and roads in the area, Phillip and his crew stepped up. Phillip
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WASHINGTON, May 29 -- The Federal Communications Commission issued the following news release:
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FCC Chairman Carr Presents First 'Build America Hard Hat'
Visited Crews Opening a New Cell Tower in Western North Carolina to Restore and Expand Internet Connectivity in Communities Damaged by Hurricane Helene
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During a visit to the Chimney Rock and Lake Lure region in Western North Carolina, FCC Chairman Brendan Carr presented the very first 'Build America Hard Hat' to Phillip Morrow. After Hurricane Helene destroyed connectivity and roads in the area, Phillip and his crew stepped up. Phillipwaded into the Broad River and hiked over three miles from Chimney Rock up to Bat Cave. Once there, Phillip used a kayak to pull conduit through the river and restore connectivity to Chimney Rock. Chairman Carr will be recognizing tower and telecom crews with 'Build America Hard Hats' to thank them for going above and beyond to get the job done - building and extending next-generation communications infrastructure. Supporting these workers is a key part of the FCC's Build America Agenda, which is supercharging infrastructure builds across the country through smart policies.
Chairman Carr issued the following statement:
"After Hurricane Helene unleashed devastating floods across Western North Carolina, President Trump surged support and resources to aid recovery. In my first trip as FCC Chairman in January 2025, I visited the communities hit hard by Helene, and I met with the dedicated telecom crews working hard even then to restore connectivity, including Phillip and his team. His story stuck with me. With roads and connectivity into Chimney Rock washed out, Phillip waded into the Broad River and hiked over three miles up to Bat Cave. Once there, Phillip managed to wrangle some fiber conduit and a kayak. He then got back into the river and made his way back down to Chimney Rock, restoring connectivity. He ultimately made that journey seven times.
"Now, a year later, I had the chance to return to see the great progress Phillip and his crews have continued to make. The telecom crews in Western North Carolina have worked tirelessly to restore service and expand connectivity. I was privileged to present a Build America Hard Hat to Phillip in recognition of the work he has done restoring connectivity. Phillip has gone above and beyond to ensure communities gain access to advanced infrastructure."
Additional Background Information:
On Friday, Chairman Carr visited crews lighting up a new cell tower in Western North Carolina and also visited the world's largest optical fiber plant. From factories to innovators to crews on the ground, all these efforts are now in motion to connect American households and businesses.
This trip is just the latest of Chairman Carr's Build America visits across the country since becoming Chairman. He joined tower workers on a 2,000 foot tower climb in New Bern, N.C.; visited an American drone manufacturer as well as crews splicing fiber in West Texas; joined crews installing a new light system on a 1,800 foot TV tower in Spanish Fort, AL; and joined a telecom crew pulling conduit and running a directional boring machine in Sioux Falls, S.D.. These trips follow years of similar visits as an FCC Commissioner to meet telecom workers and learn about the policies that can make their jobs a little bit easier.
Chairman Carr's Build America Agenda is guided by principles of innovation, deregulation, and competition. It emphasizes forward-looking policies, simple and clear rules, and a bias toward action to drive economic growth. Its ultimate goal is to ensure the U.S. not only keeps pace with global advancements but leads the world in next-generation networks and technologies.
You can see the full video of the Build America Hard Hat presentation here (https://x.com/BrendanCarrFCC/status/2059728770211139624?s=20).
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Original text here: https://www.fcc.gov/document/chairman-carr-presents-first-build-america-hard-hat
CPSC Issues Recall Alert Involving Zen Fidget Magnetic Ball Sets
WASHINGTON, May 29 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert:
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Name of Product: Zen Fidget Magnetic Ball Sets
Hazard: The recalled magnetic balls violate the mandatory standard for toys because they are loose high-powered magnets, posing an ingestion hazard to children. When high-powered magnets are swallowed, they can attract each other, or other metal objects, and become lodged in the digestive system. This can result in perforations, twisting, and/or blockage of the intestines, blood poisoning and death.
Remedy: Dispose
Recall Date: May 28, 2026
Units:
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WASHINGTON, May 29 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert:
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Name of Product: Zen Fidget Magnetic Ball Sets
Hazard: The recalled magnetic balls violate the mandatory standard for toys because they are loose high-powered magnets, posing an ingestion hazard to children. When high-powered magnets are swallowed, they can attract each other, or other metal objects, and become lodged in the digestive system. This can result in perforations, twisting, and/or blockage of the intestines, blood poisoning and death.
Remedy: Dispose
Recall Date: May 28, 2026
Units:About 1,000
Consumer Contact: Daoen by email at randyyangyy@gmail.com.
Recall Details
Description: This recall involves Zen-branded magnetic balls. The fidget toy sets consist of four textured, silicone silver, light brown, tan and bronze magnetic balls. Each ball measures about 1.24 inches in diameter. The ball sets come in a round, zippered case with or without a white Gordon Sinclair logo printed on them.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled magnet ball toys immediately, take them away from children and dispose of them.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported
Sold At: Promotional free item received by consumers from December 2025 through February 2026.
Importer(s): Daoen Inc., of City of Industry, California
Distributor(s): Ensora Health, of Birmingham, Alabama and Gordon Sinclair, of Valley Stream, New York.
Manufactured In: China
Recall number: 26-509
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Original text here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Daoen-Recalls-Zen-Magnetic-Promotional-Ball-Sets-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Magnet-Ingestion-Violate-Mandatory-Standard-for-Toys
CPSC Issues Recall Alert Involving Talan & Royce Collection Sofas, Loveseats, Recliners
WASHINGTON, May 29 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert:
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Name of Product: Talan and Royce Collection Sofas, Loveseats and Recliners
Hazard: The power switch on the sofa, loveseat, or recliner can malfunction and overheat posing a risk of serious injury from a fire hazard.
Remedy: Repair
Recall Date: May 28, 2026
Units: About 10,400
Consumer Contact: Joy Furniture's at 888-297-7570 from Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET or Saturday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET, email at joyfurniturerecall@warrantyservice.com or online at https://www.warrantyservice.com/JoyFurnitureRecall.
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WASHINGTON, May 29 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert:
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Name of Product: Talan and Royce Collection Sofas, Loveseats and Recliners
Hazard: The power switch on the sofa, loveseat, or recliner can malfunction and overheat posing a risk of serious injury from a fire hazard.
Remedy: Repair
Recall Date: May 28, 2026
Units: About 10,400
Consumer Contact: Joy Furniture's at 888-297-7570 from Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET or Saturday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET, email at joyfurniturerecall@warrantyservice.com or online at https://www.warrantyservice.com/JoyFurnitureRecall.
RecallDetails
Description: This recall involves the Talan powered group living room furniture set consisting of a sofa (model JF1126-4PHL), loveseat (model JF1126-5PHL) and recliner (model JF1126-9PHL) and the Royce group consisting of a sofa (model JF1155-4PHL), loveseat (model JF1155-5PHL) and recliner (model JF1155-9PHL). The sets come with a power headrest and lumbar, pillowed arms, ultra-padded seating and USB and wireless charging. The Talan set comes in a medium-gray color . The Royce set comes in a brown color .
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the power recliner switch on their furniture set and unplug the power cord immediately then go to http://www.warrantyservice.com/JoyFurnitureRecall to participate in the recall. The firm is offering all consumers a free replacement power recliner switch on the sofa, loveseat, and recliner with an upgraded switch. They will arrange for an authorized technician to replace the affected switches at your residence.
Incidents/Injuries: The firm reported 41 incidents, including smoking, burning, and electrical odor smell, two resulting in fire. No injuries reported.
Sold At: Raymour & Flanigan(R) Furniture in Connecticut, New Jersey, Rhode Island, Pennsylvania and Massachusetts. The Talan was sold from January 2024 through March 2026 for between $1,000 and $2,200. The Royce was sold from May 2025 until the middle of May 2026 for between $800 and $1,800.
Manufacturer(s): Zhejiang Mingrui Furniture Co. Ltd. aka Joy Furniture
Importer(s): Raymour & Flanigan(R) Furniture, Liverpool, New York
Manufactured In: China and Cambodia
Recall number: 26-513
Fast Track Recall
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Original text here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Joy-Furniture-Recalls-Talan-and-Royce-Living-Room-Furniture-Sets-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-from-a-Fire-Hazard
CPSC Issues Recall Alert Involving Mainstays 9-Drawer Fabric Dressers
WASHINGTON, May 29 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert:
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Name of Product: Mainstays 9-Drawer Fabric Dressers
Hazard: The recalled dressers are unstable if they are not anchored to the wall, posing tip-over and entrapment hazards that can result in risk of serious injuries or death to children. The dressers violate the mandatory safety standard as required by the STURDY Act.
Remedy: Refund
Recall Date: May 28, 2026
Units: About 165,000
Consumer Contact: Walmart at 800-925-6278 from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.walmart.com/help
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WASHINGTON, May 29 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert:
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Name of Product: Mainstays 9-Drawer Fabric Dressers
Hazard: The recalled dressers are unstable if they are not anchored to the wall, posing tip-over and entrapment hazards that can result in risk of serious injuries or death to children. The dressers violate the mandatory safety standard as required by the STURDY Act.
Remedy: Refund
Recall Date: May 28, 2026
Units: About 165,000
Consumer Contact: Walmart at 800-925-6278 from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.walmart.com/helpor https://corporate.walmart.com/recalls for more information.
Recall Details
Description: This recall involves Mainstays-branded dressers. The fabric dressers have a black metal frame and nine brown or black fabric drawers with handles. The dressers measure about 40 inches long, 13.75 inches wide and 45 inches tall and weigh 32 pounds and were manufactured from September 2023 through December 2025. The Tracking/Lot and the manufacture date in MM/YYYY format are printed on a label under the dresser's top panel of the dresser. "Mainstays 9-Drawer Fabric Dresser" is printed on the product order receipt and packaging.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled dressers if they are not anchored to the wall immediately, place them in an area that children cannot access and contact Walmart for a full refund. Consumers will be asked to return the dressers' drawers to any Walmart store and dispose of the dressers' frame according to local and state regulations.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported
Sold At: Walmart stores nationwide and online at Walmart.com from September 2023 through March 2026 for about $80.
Manufacturer(s): Hop Thang Interior Wood Co. Ltd., of Vietnam
Retailer: Walmart Inc., of Bentonville, Arkansas
Manufactured In: Vietnam
Recall number: 26-522
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Original text here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Walmart-Recalls-Mainstays-9-Drawer-Fabric-Dressers-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Tip-Over-and-Entrapment-Hazards-Violates-Mandatory-Standard-for-Clothing-Storage-Units
CPSC Issues Recall Alert Involving Giantex Outdoor Lounge Chairs
WASHINGTON, May 29 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert:
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Name of Product: Giantex outdoor lounge chairs
Hazard: Consumers can place their fingers in a pinch point when adjusting the lounge chair, posing an amputation risk.
Remedy: Refund
Recall Date: May 28, 2026
Units: About 1,155
Consumer Contact: Giantex toll-free at 844-242-1885 anytime, email at support@giantex.com, or online at https://www.giantex.com/pages/product-recall-notice, or https://www.giantex.com/ and click on "RECALL INFORMATION" at the top of the page for more information.
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WASHINGTON, May 29 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert:
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Name of Product: Giantex outdoor lounge chairs
Hazard: Consumers can place their fingers in a pinch point when adjusting the lounge chair, posing an amputation risk.
Remedy: Refund
Recall Date: May 28, 2026
Units: About 1,155
Consumer Contact: Giantex toll-free at 844-242-1885 anytime, email at support@giantex.com, or online at https://www.giantex.com/pages/product-recall-notice, or https://www.giantex.com/ and click on "RECALL INFORMATION" at the top of the page for more information.
RecallDetails
Description: This recall involves Giantex outdoor lounge chairs with model number NP10025NY. The recalled lounge chairs are blue and measure 76-inches long, by 23-inches wide, by 13-inches high. They have a five-position adjustable locking system and the backrest height can be adjusted from 13.5 inches to 26.5 inches. Model number NP10025NY is printed on the front and side of the product packaging.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled lounge chairs immediately and contact Giantex for a full refund. Consumers will be instructed to either request a prepaid return package or will be asked to destroy the recalled lounge chair by detaching the headrest pillow, cutting the fabric, and providing photographic proof of destruction.
Incidents/Injuries: Giantex has received one report of a consumer's finger being amputated while adjusting the lounge chair.
Sold At: Giantex.com and Amazon.com from August 2023 through October 2025 for between $75 and $90.
Distributor(s): Giantex Inc., of Ontario, California
Manufactured In: China
Recall number: 26-512
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Original text here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Giantex-Recalls-Lounge-Chairs-Due-to-Amputation-Hazard
CPSC Issues Recall Alert Involving Anzmtosn Luminous Fidget Spinner Balls
WASHINGTON, May 29 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert:
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Name of Product: Anzmtosn Luminous Fidget Spinner Balls
Hazard: The recalled toys violate the mandatory safety standard for toys because the mini flashlight included with the fidget spinner balls contains button cell batteries that can be easily accessed by children. If button cell or coin batteries are swallowed, the ingested batteries can cause serious injuries, including internal chemical burns, and death.
Remedy: Refund
Recall Date: May 28, 2026
Units: About 872
Consumer Contact:
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WASHINGTON, May 29 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert:
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Name of Product: Anzmtosn Luminous Fidget Spinner Balls
Hazard: The recalled toys violate the mandatory safety standard for toys because the mini flashlight included with the fidget spinner balls contains button cell batteries that can be easily accessed by children. If button cell or coin batteries are swallowed, the ingested batteries can cause serious injuries, including internal chemical burns, and death.
Remedy: Refund
Recall Date: May 28, 2026
Units: About 872
Consumer Contact:Anzmtosn toll-free at 832-829-9488 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or by email at Anzmtosn53@163.com.
Recall Details
Description: This recall involves Anzmtosn's Luminous Fidget Spinner Balls, Model FS0862. The model number is located on the back of the packaging. The metal Luminous Fidget Spinner Balls are blue and silver and have a green dot in the center. They were sold with a mini flashlight designed to create a glowing effect while the ball is spinning. The mini flashlights have two removable button cell batteries.
Remedy: Consumers should take the Luminous Fidget Spinner Ball's mini flashlight away from children, stop using them immediately and contact Anzmtosn for a full refund. Consumers will be asked to remove the batteries, properly dispose of them immediately, throw away the mini flashlight and submit a photo of the disposed mini flashlight to Anzmtosn53@163.com to receive a refund.
Note: Button cell batteries are hazardous. Batteries should be disposed of or recycled by following local hazardous waste procedures.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported
Sold Online At: Amazon.com from November 2024 through August 2025 for about $17.
Manufacturer(s): Shenzhenshibangduoladianzikejimaoyi Co., Ltd (Shenzhen Bangduola Electronic Technology Trade Co., Ltd.), doing business as Anzmtosn, of China
Manufactured In: China
Recall number: 26-515
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Original text here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Luminous-Fidget-Spinner-Balls-Recalled-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Battery-Ingestion-Violates-Mandatory-Standard-for-Toys-Sold-on-Amazon-by-Anzmtosn
