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HB 1546 (2022)

Limit PFAS air emissions

This bill became law.

Last updated 2024-02-27 4:24 pm
Summary:

Limits air emissions of perfluorochemicals to 45 pounds annually. This bill defines perfluorochemical emissions as "shorter chain PFAS substances, long chain PFAS substances, GenX, and precursor compounds."

The House amended the bill to instead allow the Department of Environmental Services to adopt rules about airborne PFAS, if a study proves harm.

Bill Sponsor:
Bill Boyd
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Status:
SIGNED BY GOVERNOR
Status Detail:
Signed by Governor
Public Hearing Date:
03/29/2022 10:15 am
Public Hearing Location:
SH Room 103
House Voting Date:
03/15/2022
Senate Voting Date:
04/21/2022
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