Bill > H0250

This bill addresses the regulation of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in firefighting equipment by first amending existing Vermont law to define "station wear" as uniform shirts and pants worn by firefighting personnel, and then establishing new requirements for manufacturers selling firefighting personal protective equipment (PPE) and station wear. Starting July 1, 2026, manufacturers will be required to provide written notice to purchasers if their equipment contains PFAS, including a statement about the presence of PFAS and the reason for their addition to the equipment. Both the seller and purchaser must retain this notice for three years. Subsequently, effective July 1, 2028, the bill will prohibit the sale, distribution, or offer for sale of any personal protective equipment or station wear that intentionally contains PFAS in the state of Vermont. This legislation aims to reduce exposure to these potentially harmful chemicals by phasing out their use in critical firefighting equipment, giving manufacturers and users a transition period to adapt to the new requirements.

Health and Social Services

https://legislature.vermont.gov/bill/status/2026/H.250