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TX HB1674
Bill
Status
12/19/2024
Primary Sponsor
Helen Kerwin
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AI Summary
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Prohibits manufacturing, selling, distributing, or applying sewage sludge-derived agricultural products (biosolids, compost, wastewater residuals) containing PFAS above specified concentration limits, ranging from 300 to 40,300 parts per trillion depending on the specific PFAS compound
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Requires manufacturers of sewage sludge-based fertilizers and soil amendments to submit monthly samples to the Texas Feed and Fertilizer Control Service for independent PFAS testing, and to self-test each batch before distribution with results published on their public website
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Mandates that batches exceeding PFAS limits must be disposed of through hazardous waste management facilities or incineration
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Authorizes the service to issue stop-sale orders and suspend permits for manufacturers who have two or more samples exceeding PFAS limits in a calendar year, or who fail to submit required monthly samples twice in a year
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Creates a Class A misdemeanor offense for intentionally or knowingly selling, distributing, or applying non-compliant materials, with subsequent violations elevated to a state jail felony; effective September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the production, sale, and use of certain agricultural products containing perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS); creating a criminal offense.
Crimes
Last Action
Left pending in committee
5/9/2025