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NY S07839

Bill

Status

Introduced

5/9/2025

Primary Sponsor

Michelle Hinchey

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Prohibits the sale of medical adhesives and bandages containing intentionally added PFAS (perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances) in New York beginning December 31, 2026

  • Requires the Department of Environmental Conservation to establish maximum allowable PFAS levels at the lowest feasible threshold, with mandatory review every five years to determine if levels should be lowered

  • Exempts medical devices under exclusive FDA jurisdiction from the prohibition

  • Provides a safe harbor for sellers who obtain a written certificate of compliance from the manufacturer attesting the product meets requirements

  • Imposes civil penalties of up to $1,000 per day for first violations and up to $2,500 per day for second violations, with authority to seek injunctions against continuing violations

Legislative Description

Prohibits the sale of medical adhesives and bandages containing perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances; provides penalties for violations.

Last Action

REFERRED TO ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION

1/7/2026

Committee Referrals

Environmental Conservation5/9/2025

Full Bill Text

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