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NJ S1269
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Linda Greenstein
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AI Summary
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Producers of firefighting personal protective equipment (PPE) containing intentionally added PFAS must provide written notice to purchasers starting one year after enactment, disclosing the presence of PFAS, the reason for its inclusion, and specific chemical names
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Sale, manufacture, and distribution of firefighting PPE with intentionally added PFAS is prohibited in New Jersey beginning two years after enactment
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Non-clothing protective equipment including self-contained breathing apparatuses, respiratory protection, hearing protection, and communication devices are exempt from the sales ban until January 1, 2030
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Both producers and purchasers must retain copies of PFAS disclosure notices for at least three years and provide them to the Division of Consumer Affairs or Division of Fire Safety within 30 days upon request
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Violations constitute unlawful practices under the Consumer Fraud Act, punishable by up to $10,000 for first offenses and $20,000 for subsequent offenses, plus potential cease and desist orders and treble damages
Legislative Description
Requires producer of certain firefighting equipment containing perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances to provide written notice to purchaser; prohibits sale, manufacture, and distribution of certain firefighting equipment containing intentionally added perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances.
Withdrawn Because Approved
Last Action
Withdrawn Because Approved P.L.2025, c.373.
1/13/2026