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NY A03556
Bill
Status
2/3/2023
Primary Sponsor
Kenneth Zebrowski
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AI Summary
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Prohibits distribution, sale, or offer for sale of covered products containing intentionally added PFAS in New York State beginning January 1, 2026.
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Covered products include textile articles, rugs, fabric treatments, cookware, ski waxes, architectural paints, children's products, cleaning products, anti-fogging sprays and wipes, and dental floss.
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Manufacturers must provide certificates of compliance to retailers and distributors assuring products do not contain intentionally added PFAS, and must recall products and reimburse sellers if PFAS is later discovered.
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First violations subject to civil penalties up to $10,000; subsequent violations subject to penalties up to $25,000 each.
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Distributors and retailers are not liable if they relied in good faith on manufacturer certificates of compliance or received proper notification that sale is prohibited.
Legislative Description
Prohibits the sale of certain products that contain regulated perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances; requires manufacturers of products containing PFAS to provide notice of such fact to persons that offer the products for sale or distribution; provides penalties for violations.
Last Action
ordered to third reading rules cal.431
6/5/2024