Mattel’s Chief Executive Robert Eckert is expected to testify in separate congressional hearings the next two weeks about procedures the company used to alert federal regulators about major recalls, the Associated Press reports.
In just over a month, Mattel Inc., the world’s largest toy maker, has announced three major recalls due to concerns about excessive lead paint in the Chinese-made toys.
Hearings in the House and the Senate are expected to examine Mattel’s dealings with the Consumer Product Safety Commission, which oversees product safety and recalls, the Wall Street Journal reported Friday.
Lawmakers are also expected to focus on the commission’s budget, enforcement practices and record in identifying toys with lead paint and other defects.
At least two members of the commission are also scheduled to testify.
