Bill > SB660

This bill amends Pennsylvania's oil and gas laws to enhance chemical disclosure requirements and definitions related to hydraulic fracturing. The bill adds definitions for "manufacturer" (a person who makes or brands a chemical product) and "PFAS chemicals" (a class of fluorinated organic chemicals), and introduces new reporting obligations for operators, vendors, service providers, and manufacturers. Starting July 31, 2025, manufacturers must provide detailed information about chemical products used in hydraulic fracturing, including the name of the chemical product, manufacturer, amount or weight, and a safety data sheet. Operators must now include a written declaration that chemical products contain no intentionally added PFAS chemicals and, if manufacturers do not provide complete information, must disclose available details about the chemical product. The bill also maintains protections for trade secrets and confidential proprietary information while ensuring that in medical emergencies or potential environmental hazards, relevant parties can access critical chemical information. Health professionals can obtain specific chemical details by executing a confidentiality agreement, and emergency responders can access necessary information to respond to spills or releases. The legislation aims to increase transparency and safety in hydraulic fracturing chemical use while protecting proprietary business information.

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