Bill > HB2247

This bill appropriates $1,000,000 from the state general fund to the University of Arizona in fiscal year 2025-2026 to conduct a comprehensive health study on PFAS (perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances), which are synthetic chemicals widely used in consumer products and known for their potential health risks. The study will specifically examine PFAS levels in the blood of Arizona residents who obtain drinking water from private groundwater wells or public water systems where PFAS contamination exceeds the maximum contaminant level established by the United States Environmental Protection Agency's national primary drinking water regulation. By funding this research, the bill aims to better understand the potential health impacts of PFAS exposure in Arizona's water supply, which could inform future environmental and public health policies.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance

https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/81992