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IL SB3101
Bill
Status
1/29/2026
Primary Sponsor
Julie Morrison
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AI Summary
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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
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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
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Mandates written notification to landowners identifying PFAS concentrations and any applicable restrictions before biosolids are applied to their land
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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
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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