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IL SB3101

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/29/2026

Primary Sponsor

Julie Morrison

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Origin

Senate

104th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Requires facilities to test biosolids for PFAS (perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances) at least annually before land application, with results submitted to the Illinois EPA at least 14 days prior; Exceptional Quality biosolids require quarterly testing

  • Establishes three PFAS concentration thresholds: low (below 20 micrograms/kg) allows unrestricted application, elevated (20-100 micrograms/kg) limits application to 1.5 dry tons per acre or requires alternative mitigation, and industrially impacted (100+ micrograms/kg) prohibits land application entirely

  • Mandates written notification to landowners identifying PFAS concentrations and any applicable restrictions before biosolids are applied to their land

  • Requires facilities to retain PFAS sampling records, notifications, and mitigation plans for a minimum of 5 years and make them available to the Illinois EPA upon request

  • Directs the Illinois EPA to propose and the Pollution Control Board to adopt implementing rules covering analytical methods, sampling protocols, and compliance timelines

Legislative Description

EPA-PFAS STANDARDS

Last Action

Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments

3/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Assignments3/13/2026
Environment and Conservation2/10/2026
Assignments1/29/2026

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