An Act to protect Massachusetts public health from PFAS
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to protect the public health of Massachusetts by addressing the risks associated with Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). It seeks to regulate the use and disposal of these chemicals, which are commonly found in consumer products and industrial processes, and potentially harmful to human health. The legislation intends to establish standards and guidelines to minimize exposure and mitigate the negative impacts of PFAS contamination. It is part of a series of similar bills focused on PFAS regulation in the state.
Key provisions
- Requires the Department of Public Health to develop and implement standards for PFAS monitoring in drinking water.
- Prohibits the use of PFAS in firefighting foam and other specific applications.
- Establishes a remediation fund to address PFAS contamination at contaminated sites.
- Mandates reporting requirements for facilities that handle PFAS.
- Creates a task force to study PFAS and make recommendations for further regulation.
- Addresses PFAS contamination in soil and groundwater.
- Requires labeling of products containing PFAS.
- Establishes a timeline for phasing out PFAS use.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts residents
- Businesses that use or produce PFAS
- Environmental agencies
- Public health officials
- Property owners with potentially contaminated land
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31 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Bradley H. Jones Jr.
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