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OH HB743

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/10/2026

Primary Sponsor

Daniel Troy

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Origin

House of Representatives

136th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Prohibits manufacturers from selling products with intentionally added PFAS in 11 consumer categories starting January 1, 2028, including carpets, cleaning products, cookware, cosmetics, dental floss, fabric treatments, juvenile products, feminine hygiene products, textile furnishings, ski wax, and upholstered furniture

  • Bans all products containing intentionally added PFAS starting January 1, 2033, unless the product is exempt or designated as a "currently unavoidable use" essential for health, safety, or societal functioning

  • Requires manufacturers to report PFAS-containing products to the Ohio EPA Director by January 1, 2027, including product descriptions, PFAS amounts by chemical registry number, and manufacturer contact information

  • Exempts products where federal law preempts state authority, used products for resale, authorized firefighting foam, federally regulated pesticides, and FDA-regulated medical devices and drugs

  • Establishes civil penalties of up to $15,000 per violation per day for manufacturers who violate the law, with penalties deposited into the state general revenue fund

Legislative Description

Prohibit the use of intentionally added PFAS in various products

Commerce

Last Action

Introduced

3/10/2026

Full Bill Text

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