Bill > S1556

This bill aims to reduce the use of certain toxic chemicals, specifically perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), in firefighter personal protective equipment. The key provisions include: 1) Requiring manufacturers or sellers of firefighting personal protective equipment containing PFAS to provide written notice to purchasers about the presence and reason for using PFAS in the equipment. 2) Banning the manufacture, sale, or distribution of firefighting personal protective equipment containing intentionally added PFAS chemicals, starting on January 1, 2027. The bill also includes effective dates for these provisions, with Section 1 taking effect on January 1, 2025, and Section 2 taking effect on January 1, 2027.