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FL H0855

Bill

Status

Introduced

12/19/2025

Primary Sponsor

Rob Long

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) rules establishing statewide PFAS cleanup target levels for drinking water, groundwater, and soil to be ratified by the Legislature before taking effect, with any future updates also requiring legislative ratification

  • Mandates DEP adopt interim screening values to guide site assessment and remediation until the US EPA establishes final standards for additional PFAS compounds beyond PFOA and PFOS

  • Creates liability protection program for bona fide prospective purchasers of PFAS-contaminated properties who complete all appropriate inquiries including PFAS analysis and execute a PFAS Site Participation Agreement (PSPA) with DEP; applications are deemed approved if not denied within 120 days

  • Prohibits fire service providers from discharging or using Class B firefighting foam containing intentionally added PFAS chemicals beginning January 1, 2027, except for fire prevention services or emergency firefighting operations

  • Directs DEP and Department of Revenue to ensure eligibility for remediation tax credits, brownfield grants, and other financial assistance programs for qualifying contaminated sites

Legislative Description

Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances

Last Action

1st Reading (Original Filed Version)

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Natural Resources & Disasters Subcommittee1/5/2026

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