Bill > LD222

This bill establishes a program for the collection and safe disposal of firefighting and fire-suppressing foam that contains perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly known as PFAS. PFAS are a group of man-made chemicals that have been used in various products, including firefighting foam, and are known for their persistence in the environment and potential health concerns. The program, to be designed in consultation with the Office of the State Fire Marshal and implemented by July 1, 2027, will allow individuals and entities in Maine to voluntarily request the collection of such foam in their possession. The Department of Environmental Protection is authorized to contract with third-party entities to manage the program and can accept funds from public or private sources to support its design and implementation, with a baseline allocation of $500 for each of the 2025-26 and 2026-27 fiscal years to establish an account for contracted services.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?LD=222&snum=132