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NY S09073
Bill
Status
2/10/2026
Primary Sponsor
Peter Harckham
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AI Summary
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Bans the sale of products containing regulated PFAS (perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances) in New York, covering textiles, rugs, fabric treatments, cookware, ski waxes, architectural paints, cleaning products, and dental floss
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Effective date of January 1, 2027, with the Department of Environmental Conservation required to establish maximum allowable PFAS levels measured in total organic fluorine and review these standards every five years
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Requires manufacturers to provide retailers with signed certificates of compliance certifying products do not contain regulated PFAS; retailers who rely in good faith on these certificates are protected from liability
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Manufacturers must provide third-party lab testing or notify sellers within 30 days if the department suspects a product violates PFAS restrictions
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Civil penalties of up to $1,000 per day for first violations and $2,500 for second violations, with courts authorized to issue injunctions to stop continued violations
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
referred to environmental conservation
2/10/2026