Bill > HB1284

This bill amends the Environmental Protection Act to address the issue of microfiber pollution. It requires that all state-owned washing machines contain a microfiber filtration system by December 31, 2024, and prohibits the manufacture and sale of washing machines without such a system in the state by December 31, 2028, and December 31, 2030, respectively. The bill defines key terms like "microfiber," "microfiber filtration system," and "microplastic" to provide context. The goal is to prevent the release of microfibers, which are a type of microplastic found in many synthetic textiles, into Illinois' waterways and address the environmental and potential health concerns associated with microplastic pollution.