Bill > HB1208

This bill creates new regulations for firefighting foam containing perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), a group of synthetic chemicals known for their persistence in the environment. The bill requires the Missouri Department of Natural Resources to develop rules for the manufacture, use, storage, and remediation of PFAS-containing firefighting foam. It mandates that any discharge of such foam into water or land must be reported to the department within 24 hours. Starting January 1, 2027, the bill will prohibit the manufacture, sale, and distribution of PFAS-containing firefighting foam, with exceptions for airport and marine defense applications where federal regulations require such foam. Manufacturers will be required to provide certificates of compliance upon request and, before the 2027 prohibition, must notify recipients of the upcoming ban and issue a recall with reimbursement for existing stocks of PFAS-containing foam. The legislation aims to protect Missouri's environment by reducing the use of these potentially harmful chemicals, giving manufacturers and users time to transition to alternative fire suppression technologies. The bill also includes provisions for the department to develop and implement necessary rules and regulations to enforce these requirements.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB1208&year=2025&code=R