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DE HCR20
Concurrent Resolution
Status
3/16/2023
Primary Sponsor
Daniel Short
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AI Summary
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Requests the Delaware State Fire School to inventory all Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) stored at Delaware fire departments and fire companies, including Wilmington Fire Department
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AFFF contains per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), known as "forever chemicals," which have been linked to health effects including cancer, liver and kidney damage, and developmental issues
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The proposed disposal plan must include timeline for collection and disposal, disposal method and environmental impacts, costs, and identification of safe alternatives to PFAS-containing foams
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Fire companies and departments would receive replacement foam on a pro-rata basis at no cost to them, enabling continued fire suppression capabilities
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Delaware State Fire School was requested to submit the plan to legislative leaders and budget officials by May 1, 2023
Legislative Description
Requesting The Delaware State Fire School To Develop A Program For The Disposal Of Aqueous Film Forming Foam Currently In The Possession Of The State Of Delaware Fire Companies And Departments.
Last Action
Passed By Senate. Votes: 20 YES 1 ABSENT
3/16/2023