IL HB2487

Bans the wholesale and retail sale of coal tar sealant products labeled as containing coal tar for driveways or parking areas beginning October 1, 2026

Prohibits the application of coal tar sealant products on driveways or parking areas beginning October 1, 2027

Defines coal tar as a substance from coal distillation containing polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons exceeding 10,000 milligrams per kilogram, including refined coal tar, high-temperature coal tar, and coal tar pitch

Allows exemptions for researchers studying environmental effects of coal tar sealants or developing alternative technologies, granted through written request to the EPA Director

Authorizes local governments to adopt ordinances enforcing these provisions, with the Illinois EPA providing technical support and handling cases that cross jurisdictional boundaries