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ME LD222
An Act to Establish a Take-back and Disposal Program for Firefighting and Fire-suppressing Foam to Which Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances Have Been Added
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Introduced
01/16/2025
01/16/2025
In Committee
01/16/2025
01/16/2025
Crossed Over
05/20/2025
05/20/2025
Passed
05/21/2025
05/21/2025
Dead
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
132nd Legislature
Bill Summary
This bill requires the Department of Environmental Protection, in consultation with the Department of Public Safety, Office of the State Fire Marshal, to design and, by July 1, 2027, implement a take-back and disposal program for firefighting and fire-suppressing foam to which perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances have been intentionally added that is located in the State and that is in the possession of a person located in the State. The program must provide for the collection of such firefighting or fire-suppressing foam from a person that voluntarily requests collection and for the safe and contained disposal of the collected foam. The department may contract with a 3rd-party entity to implement and administer the program and may adopt rules as necessary for the implementation and administration of the program.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Maine Department of Environmental Protection to establish a take-back and disposal program for firefighting and fire-suppressing foam containing intentionally added perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), a group of synthetic chemicals known for their persistence in the environment and potential health risks. By July 1, 2027, the department will create a voluntary program that allows individuals and organizations in the state to safely dispose of PFAS-containing foam, working in consultation with the State Fire Marshal's Office. The department will have the flexibility to contract with a third-party entity to implement and administer the program and can develop necessary rules for its operation. The goal of this program is to provide a safe, contained method for removing potentially harmful firefighting foam from circulation and preventing environmental contamination, recognizing the growing concerns about the long-term environmental and health impacts of PFAS chemicals.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (10)
Dan Ankeles (D)*,
Poppy Arford (D),
Dick Campbell (R),
Mattie Daughtry (D),
Vicki Doudera (D),
Cheryl Golek (D),
Lori Gramlich (D),
Michael Soboleski (R),
Holly Stover (D),
Denise Tepler (D),
Last Action
On motion by Senator ROTUNDO of Androscoggin PLACED ON THE SPECIAL APPROPRIATIONS TABLE pending ENACTMENT in concurrence. (on 05/27/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?LD=222&snum=132 |
| House: C-A (H-160) | https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/getPDF.asp?paper=HP0145&item=2&snum=132 |
| Fiscal Note: C-A (H-160) | https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/bills_132nd/fiscalpdfs/FN022202.pdf |
| Fiscal Note: Text | https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/bills_132nd/fiscalpdfs/FN022201.pdf |
| BillText | https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/getPDF.asp?paper=HP0145&item=1&snum=132 |
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