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NJ A3113
NJ A3113Requires DEP to perform certain assessments concerning regulation of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances.
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill would require the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to conduct assessments every five years on the regulation of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water. Specifically, the bill would require the DEP to conduct an assessment every five years of PFASs that are unregulated at the time of the assessment by State or federal law, or any rules and regulations adopted pursuant thereto, in order to determine whether a maximum contaminant level or other drinking water standard should be established for additional PFASs. The bill would also require the DEP to conduct an assessment of whether current and proposed maximum contaminant levels for PFASs adequately protect the health of children, given their lower average body weight, and their higher ratio of drinking water intake by weight, as compared to a maximum contaminant level based on the average adult body weight. The bill would require the DEP to provide a written report containing the findings of each assessment to the Governor and the Legislature, and to post the report on its website.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to conduct assessments every five years regarding perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), which are a class of man-made chemicals. These assessments will focus on PFAS that do not currently have established drinking water standards under state or federal law, to determine if new standards are needed. Additionally, the DEP must evaluate whether existing and proposed standards adequately protect children's health, considering their smaller body size and higher water intake relative to their weight compared to adults. The DEP may work with the Drinking Water Quality Institute on these assessments and must report its findings to the Governor and Legislature, as well as publish them online.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (6)
Shama Haider (D)*,
Lisa Swain (D)*,
Chris Tully (D)*,
Carol Murphy (D),
Gary Schaer (D),
Sterley Stanley (D),
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Environment and Solid Waste Committee (on 01/13/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A3113 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A3500/3113_I1.HTM |
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