MN HF79

Prohibits the manufacture, sale, distribution, or use of food packaging containing intentionally added PFAS (perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances) in Minnesota, effective January 1, 2023.

Defines food packaging broadly to include unit packages, shipping containers, and unsealed receptacles such as cups, bags, trays, and wrapping films intended for food or beverage contact.

Requires the Commissioner of Health to amend the health risk limit for perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS) to not exceed 0.015 parts per billion by July 1, 2023, with a reasonable margin of safety for infants, children, and adults.

Assigns enforcement authority to the Commissioner of the Pollution Control Agency under existing statutes, with coordination required from the commissioners of commerce and health.

Appropriates unspecified amounts from the environmental fund in fiscal years 2022 and 2023 to the Pollution Control Agency for transfer to the Commissioner of Health to amend the PFOS health risk limit.