Bill > HB212

This bill establishes the Per- and Poly-Fluoroalkyl Substances Protection Act, which aims to regulate and phase out products containing per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), a class of synthetic chemicals known for their potential health and environmental risks. The bill provides comprehensive definitions for various product categories and PFAS-related terms, and introduces a phased approach to prohibiting PFAS in consumer products. Starting January 1, 2027, manufacturers will be banned from selling products like cookware, food packaging, dental floss, juvenile products, and firefighting foam containing intentionally added PFAS. By January 1, 2028, the ban will expand to include carpets, cleaning products, cosmetics, textiles, and other consumer goods. The Environmental Improvement Board is authorized to adopt rules for prohibiting additional PFAS-containing products, with a final deadline of January 1, 2032, for eliminating PFAS in most consumer products unless deemed a "currently unavoidable use." The bill also requires manufacturers to disclose detailed information about PFAS in their products, including chemical composition and purpose, and establishes civil penalties of up to $15,000 per day for violations, with potential additional administrative costs and legal consequences for non-compliance.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=H&legtype=B&legno=212&year=25