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IL SB3154
Bill
AI Summary
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Prohibits any person, local government, fire department, or state agency from discharging or using Class B firefighting foam containing intentionally added PFAS for training or testing purposes, effective immediately upon enactment
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Bans the manufacture, sale, and distribution of Class B firefighting foam and food packaging containing intentionally added PFAS starting January 1, 2021, with exemptions for uses required by federal law including FAA regulations and military purposes
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Requires manufacturers of PFAS-containing Class B firefighting foam to notify sellers of the restrictions, recall affected products, reimburse purchasers, and register with the Illinois EPA with a $5,000 annual registration fee
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Mandates sellers of firefighting personal protective equipment containing PFAS to provide written notice to purchasers at the time of sale starting January 1, 2021, with records retained for at least 3 years
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Directs the Office of the State Fire Marshal to survey fire departments by January 1, 2021 on their PFAS foam inventory, usage history, and disposal methods, with a report to the General Assembly within 90 days of completion
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Establishes civil penalties of up to $5,000 for first violations and $10,000 for subsequent violations, with penalties deposited into a new PFAS Program Fund
Legislative Description
PFAS REDUCTION
Last Action
Session Sine Die
1/13/2021