Bill > HF654

This bill amends Minnesota's existing environmental regulations to create a specific exemption for certain safety-related items and clothing used by juveniles operating all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and off-highway motorcycles (dirt bikes) that contain perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), which are synthetic chemicals known for their water and stain-resistant properties but also linked to potential health risks. The bill allows manufacturers to continue using PFAS in juvenile ATV and dirt bike products, including the vehicles themselves, internal components that do not directly contact skin or mouth, and safety accessories like helmets and boots, despite a broader state prohibition on PFAS in juvenile products starting January 1, 2025. However, manufacturers must prominently display a non-removable notice on these products stating that they contain intentionally added PFAS and that these substances have been banned from juvenile products due to their association with harmful health effects. The bill, named the "Preserving Outdoor Youth Sports Act," aims to balance environmental and health concerns with the practical safety needs of youth motorsports equipment, providing a specific carve-out for safety-related items while maintaining transparency about PFAS content.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF0654&ssn=0&y=2025