In Brief: Indiana Microbeads Bill; Johnson’s SO MUCH MORE; Macy’s Acquires Bluemercury
This article was originally published in The Rose Sheet
Executive Summary
Microbeads legislation advances in Indiana; Johnson’s launches SO MUCH MORE campaign promoting the benefits of bath time to baby’s developing brain. More news in brief.
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