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This bill comprehensively addresses per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in North Carolina through multiple legislative approaches. It first establishes a ban on manufacturing, using, and distributing PFAS within the state, with potential civil penalties of up to $5,000 or $25,000 for violations involving hazardous waste. The bill requires public water systems to disclose drinking water sampling results for PFAS within 30 days of receiving them, including written notice to customers and online publication. The Department of Environmental Quality is mandated to develop technology-based limits for PFAS in discharge permits, aiming to reduce PFAS to non-detectable levels (below 10 parts per trillion). Multiple state agencies are directed to conduct extensive studies on PFAS, including examining human and ecological exposures in the Cape Fear River Basin, investigating PFAS in biosolids and landfill leachate, creating an inventory of PFAS discharges, and assessing potential health risks. The bill also appropriates significant funding, including $5 million for drinking water treatment systems, $5 million for water quality monitoring, and $80 million for matching grants to water systems to reduce PFAS exposure. Additionally, the Attorney General is tasked with developing a record of PFAS-related expenses and exploring options to recover damages from responsible entities. The bill's ultimate goal is to comprehensively understand, monitor, and reduce PFAS contamination to protect public health and the environment.

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https://www.ncleg.gov/BillLookUp/2025/H881