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RI H7737

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Terri-Denise Cortvriend

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Rhode Island's Consumer PFAS Ban Act of 2024 to narrow the definition of "intentionally added PFAS" to chemicals deliberately added during manufacturing to perform a specific function in the final product or packaging component

  • Removes previous language that classified PFAS used as processing agents, mold release agents, or intermediates as "intentionally added" if detected in the final product

  • Eliminates provisions that included degradation byproducts or intentional breakdown products of added chemicals within the definition of "intentionally added PFAS"

  • Covered products under the existing law include artificial turf, carpets, cookware, cosmetics, fabric treatments, juvenile products, menstrual products, ski wax, textile articles, and firefighting protective equipment

  • Takes effect immediately upon passage

Legislative Description

Modifies the definition of “intentionally added PFAS” to mean PFAS that are deliberately added during the manufacturing of a covered product to perform a specific function.

Health And Safety

Last Action

Introduced, referred to House Environment and Natural Resources

2/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Environment and Natural Resources2/12/2026

Full Bill Text

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