PA SB980

Prohibits manufacturers from selling class B firefighting foam containing intentionally added PFAS chemicals in Pennsylvania beginning July 1, 2026, and bans use by firefighting entities starting January 1, 2027, with exemptions for federally-required uses and exempt facilities like airports, chemical plants, and oil refineries.

Requires manufacturers of firefighting personal protective equipment (jackets, pants, gloves, helmets, respiratory equipment) to affix warning labels indicating if products contain intentionally added PFAS chemicals, with violations subject to civil penalties up to $5,000 for first offense and $10,000 for subsequent offenses.

Directs the State Fire Commissioner to assist fire departments in transitioning to PFAS-free foam and to develop disposal plans for existing PFAS-containing foam stock in consultation with the Department of Environmental Protection.

Expands eligible uses for Fire Company Grant Program funds to include disposal, transportation, storage, and destruction of PFAS-containing foam, as well as purchase of PFAS-free firefighting foam replacements.

Establishes civil penalties up to $5,000 for first violations and $10,000 for subsequent violations of PFAS foam restrictions, with collected fines deposited into the Fire Company Grant Program.