Bill > S645

This bill prohibits the use of coal tar sealant products on driveways and parking areas due to their high levels of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), which are harmful environmental pollutants. The legislation defines coal tar as a viscous substance obtained from coal distillation that contains over 10,000 milligrams of PAHs per kilogram, and specifically targets sealant products containing at least 20% coal tar pitch. Individuals or entities who apply or permit the application of such sealant products will face legal penalties, including a fine of at least $500 for a first offense and at least $1,000 or up to one year in the house of correction for subsequent violations. The bill is set to take effect on January 1, 2026, giving stakeholders time to adapt to the new regulation and find alternative sealant products that do not contain high levels of PAHs.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S645