Bill > A04033

This bill repeals Section 37-0121 of the New York Environmental Conservation Law, which previously prohibited the use of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in apparel and outdoor apparel designed for severe wet conditions. PFAS are a group of synthetic chemicals widely used in various products for their water-resistant and stain-resistant properties, but which have raised environmental and health concerns due to their persistence in the environment and potential toxic effects. By removing this prohibition, the bill would allow manufacturers to once again use PFAS in clothing and outdoor gear intended for wet conditions, effectively eliminating the previous restrictions on these chemical substances in textile manufacturing. The bill is straightforward, consisting of two sections: the first repealing the existing law, and the second specifying that the repeal takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A4033